Recalls for your 2016 International Prostar

Recalls for 2016 International Prostar

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DEFECT #1 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL


Posted on: 2015-10-08
Description
Navistar inc.  (navistar) is recalling certain model year 2016 international prostar trucks manufactured august 5, 2015, to august 14, 2015, durastar trucks manufactured august 7, 2015, to august 13, 2015, paystar trucks manufactured august 11, 2015, to august 14, 2015, and lonestar trucks manufactured august 10, 2015, to august 14, 2015.  In the affected vehicles, the engine control module (ecm) may short circuit, causing the engine to stall without warning.

Consequence
An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and cummins dealers will replace the ecm, free of charge.  The recall began on october 22, 2015.  Owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825, or cummins customer service at 1-800-343-7357.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:MODULE


Posted on: 2015-10-08
Description
Navistar inc.  (navistar) is recalling certain model year 2016 international prostar trucks manufactured august 5, 2015, to august 14, 2015, durastar trucks manufactured august 7, 2015, to august 13, 2015, paystar trucks manufactured august 11, 2015, to august 14, 2015, and lonestar trucks manufactured august 10, 2015, to august 14, 2015.  In the affected vehicles, the engine control module (ecm) may short circuit, causing the engine to stall without warning.

Consequence
An engine that stalls without warning increases the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and cummins dealers will replace the ecm, free of charge.  The recall began on october 22, 2015.  Owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825, or cummins customer service at 1-800-343-7357.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR


Posted on: 2015-03-23
Description
Navistar, inc.  (navistar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 international 9900, durastar, lonestar, paystar, prostar, workstar and 2015 international transtar and ic bus ce vehicles equipped with a haldex air braking system.  The affected brake actuators may have been manufactured with an incomplete attachment of the internal rubber diaphragm to the actuation mechanism.  This could cause dragging or overheated brakes.

Consequence
If the brakes drag and overheat there is an increased risk of a wheel end fire.

Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the haldex life seal brake chambers, free of charge.  The recall began on june 19, 2015.  Owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825.  Navistar's number for this recall is 15504.  Note: this recall supersedes recall 14v-806.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #4 - POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION


Posted on: 2015-10-23
Description
Navistar, inc.  (navistar) is recalling certain model year 2016 international prostar trucks manufactured january 5, 2015, to january 7, 2015, and 2016 international transtar trucks manufactured on january 6, 2015, and equipped with certain eaton fuller fr-series 10-speed manual transmissions.  When the transmission shift lever is moved from reverse to neutral, the reverse gear may stay engaged.  When the transmission shift lever is moved from reverse to a forward gear position, the transmission may mechanically lock because both the reverse gear and forward gear are simultaneously engaged.

Consequence
Even though the transmission has been shifted out of reverse into neutral, the vehicle may unexpectedly move backwards, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the transmission.  Any affected transmission will be repaired or replaced, free of charge.  The recall began on november 20, 2015.  Owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-343-7357.  Navistar's number for this recall is 15516.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #5 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS


Posted on: 2016-07-26
Description
Navistar, inc.  (navistar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 international prostar trucks manufactured june 11, 2013, through may 19, 2016.  In the affected vehicles, the connection for the cube fuse terminal may break resulting in a total loss of power to the cab and an unexpected engine stall.

Consequence
An unexpected engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cube fuse with a chassis-mounted power distribution module (pdm), free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin on september 16, 2016.  Owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825.  Navistar's number for this recall is 16508.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #6 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS


Posted on: 2016-07-26
Description
Navistar, inc.  (navistar) is recalling certain model year 2014-2017 international prostar trucks manufactured june 11, 2013, through may 19, 2016.  In the affected vehicles, the connection for the cube fuse terminal may break resulting in a total loss of power to the cab and an unexpected engine stall.

Consequence
An unexpected engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the cube fuse with a chassis-mounted power distribution module (pdm), free of charge.  An interim notice was sent to owners on september 14, 2016.  A second notice will be sent to owners when parts become available.  Owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825.  Navistar's number for this recall is 16508.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #7 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR


Posted on: 2017-03-17
Description
Navistar inc.  (navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2018 international lt, 2016-2017 international prostar, 2017 international lonestar, and 2017-2018 international rh heavy diesel trucks.  The air dryer mounting bracket may fracture, causing air system leaks or a loss of air pressure to the brake system.

Consequence
A loss of brake air pressure could lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air dryer mounting bracket, free of charge.  The recall began on may 12, 2017.  Owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825.  Navistar's number for the recall is 17502.  

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #8 - STEERING


Posted on: 2017-09-20
Description
Navistar, inc.  (navistar) is recalling certain 2016 international durastar, lonestar, prostar, terrastar, transtar, workstar, 9900i, and ic bus hc vehicles equipped with certain spicer d or e series steer axles.  The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

Consequence
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began on november 8, 2017.  Owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590.  Navistar's number for this recall is 17507.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #9 - STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY


Posted on: 2017-09-20
Description
Navistar, inc.  (navistar) is recalling certain 2016 international durastar, lonestar, prostar, terrastar, transtar, workstar, 9900i, and ic bus hc vehicles equipped with certain spicer d or e series steer axles.  The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

Consequence
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary, free of charge.  The recall began on november 8, 2017.  Owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590.  Navistar's number for this recall is 17507.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #10 - EQUIPMENT


Posted on: 2017-12-13
Description
Navistar, inc.  (navistar) is recalling certain 2000-2001 international 4700, 2000-2002 4900, 2001-2003 8100 (transtar) and 9100i, 2002-2003, 2005, 2007-2009, 2012-2014 and 2016-2018 durastar, 2012 and 2014-2017 prostar, 2014-2015 terrastar, and 2018 lt trucks.  These vehicles are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher.  Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable.  For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf

Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, instructing them to notify kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin february 9, 2018.  Owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590, or contact kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #11 - EQUIPMENT


Posted on: 2017-12-13
Description
Navistar, inc.  (navistar) is recalling certain 2000-2001 international 4700, 2000-2002 4900, 2001-2003 8100 (transtar) and 9100i, 2002-2003, 2005, 2007-2009, 2012-2014 and 2016-2018 durastar, 2012 and 2014-2017 prostar, 2014-2015 terrastar, and 2018 lt trucks.  These vehicles are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher.  Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable.  For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf

Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, instructing them to notify kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin february 9, 2018.  Owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590, or contact kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #12 - EQUIPMENT


Posted on: 2017-12-13
Description
Navistar, inc.  (navistar) is recalling certain 2000-2001 international 4700, 2000-2002 4900, 2001-2003 8100 (transtar) and 9100i, 2002-2003, 2005, 2007-2009, 2012-2014 and 2016-2018 durastar, 2012 and 2014-2017 prostar, 2014-2015 terrastar, and 2018 lt trucks.  These vehicles are equipped with kidde plastic-handle or push button 'pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher.  Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable.  For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/rmisc-17e062-5427.pdf

Consequence
In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, instructing them to notify kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge.  The recall is expected to begin february 9, 2018.  Owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590, or contact kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on product safety recall for more information.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.