Recalls for 2018 International 9900i

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

Posted on: 2018-09-10
Description
Navistar, inc.  (navistar) is recalling certain 2017-2018 international prostar and 9900i trucks, 2018-2019 international lt trucks, 2017-2019 international lonestar and hx trucks and 2017 international paystar trucks, equipped with cummins isx15 or x15 diesel engines.  In certain driving conditions, such as on a long down-hill grade, the fuel line may burst if the fuel pump cooling circuit screen becomes restricted.

Consequence
If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists.  The engine may also stall without warning, resulting in the vehicle's inability to restart, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Cummins will notify the affected owners and dealers will replace the nylon fuel line with a steel fuel line, free of charge.  Navistar issued owners an interim notification on october 11, 2018.  The recall began november 21, 2018.  Owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825, or cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467.

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.