Recalls for 2011 Workhorse W22

DEFECT #1 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 2010-07-29
Description
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011 workhorse w22 and r26 trucks manufactured from february 5, 2007 through may 24, 2010.  The fuel-fill cap assemblies used to seal the unused side of the dual-fill gasoline fuel tank were produced with a hose material that did not meet design specifications.  During normal usage the hose material may deteriorate which may result in fuel leaks.

Consequence
A fuel leak increases the risk of a fire which may result in property damage, personal injury, or death.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the original fuel-fill cap assemblies with ones assembled with hose material that meets design specifications.  This service will be performed free of charge.  The safety recall is expected to begin on or before october 8, 2010.  Owners may contact navistar at 1-260-461-1890.

Notes
Navistar recall no.  61101-c.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR

Posted on: 2010-04-16
Description
Workhorse is recalling certain model year 2010 w42, w62 and model year 2011 w22 trucks and built with a general motors gasoline engine and equipped with remy alternator.  A low resistance electrical short in the alternator's voltage regulator may occur.

Consequence
An electrical short in the alternator may occur without warning possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace the alternator if necessary free of charge.  The recall began on june 2, 2010.  Owners may contact workhorse at 1-877-246-7731.

Notes
Navistar recall no.  80101-c.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov .