CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
- Problem
- Navistar Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2018 International LT, 2016-2017 International ProStar, 2017-2018 International LoneStar and 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.
- Risk
- A loss of brake air pressure could lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- 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.
What this recall means for you
Certain heavy diesel trucks may have an air dryer mounting bracket that can fracture. A broken bracket can cause air system leaks or a loss of air pressure to the brake system.
Loss of brake air pressure could lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, which raises the risk of a crash.
Owners will be notified by mail. Dealers will replace the air dryer mounting bracket free of charge. You can contact customer service at 1-800-448-7825 and reference recall number 17502. Check your vehicle's VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| International Lonestar | 20172018 |
|---|---|
| International LT | 201620172018 |
| International Prostar | 20162017 |
| International RH | 20172018 |