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Our severity:SevereNHTSA·13V231000·Announced 2013-06-04

Navistar Recalls 2012-2013 International ProStar and TranStar Trucks for Brake Defect

Navistar is recalling 2012-2013 International ProStar and TranStar trucks because brake bracket assemblies may fracture, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (brake bracket fracture) that can lead to brake failure and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 International brand ProStar and TranStar commercial trucks. These vehicles were manufactured between August 1, 2011, and July 10, 2012, and are equipped with specific front brake linings identified by feature codes 0504501, 0504504, or 04EWM.

The recall addresses a defect where the brake S-Cam tube bracket assemblies on the steer axles may fracture. If this occurs, the brake on the affected wheel may become inoperative. This can cause the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly during braking and/or increase the stopping distance, which may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Navistar has already notified all affected owners regarding this defect. The remedy began on September 12, 2013. Dealers will replace the S-Cam tube bracket assemblies free of charge. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 12530. This recall supersedes recall 12V-546.

The recalled product

Product
INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR, PROSTAR
Brand
INTERNATIONAL
Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Truck
Hazard
Affected units
7,756

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (2)

  • TRANSTAR
  • PROSTAR

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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