The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·22V869000·Announced 2022-11-23

International and IC Bus vehicles recalled for defective suspension and steering fasteners

Navistar is recalling certain 2021-2023 International trucks and IC Bus vehicles because hex flange lock nuts in suspension and steering joints were improperly heat treated and may lose tension, creating a risk of steering instability.

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: This recall involves a structural vehicle defect affecting critical suspension and steering fasteners that could result in loss of steering control and increased crash risk. Although no injuries or deaths are reported in the source text, the defect in safety-critical systems meets the rubric criterion for Severe (Score 4).

Plain-English summary

Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain 2021-2023 International CV, HV, HX, LT, and RH trucks, as well as International MV and LoneStar models, plus IC Bus CE, RE, TC, 1300FBC, CESB, and RESB models from 2023. The recall affects approximately 25,822 vehicles.

The hex flange lock nuts used in the suspension and steering joints were improperly heat treated and may lose tension over time. Loss of tension in these critical fasteners could lead to steering instability and increase the risk of a crash.

Navistar will notify owners by mail, with notification letters expected to be mailed on January 20, 2023. Owners can contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825 or contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153). Dealers will replace the hex flange lock nuts free of charge.

The recalled product

Product
IC BUS, INTERNATIONAL TC, CESB, 1300 FBC, MV
Brand
IC BUS
Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Commercial Trucks and Buses
Hazard
Affected units
25,822

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 (13)

  • TC
  • CESB
  • 1300 FBC
  • MV
  • RESB
  • RE
  • CE
  • HV
  • LT
  • CV
  • HX
  • RH
  • LONESTAR

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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