CarRecallWatch- Component
- FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER
- Problem
- North American Repower LLC (North American Repower) is recalling one 2005 Navistar International 1652 4x2 Compressed Natural Gas vehicle equipped with CNG tanks that have Luxfer One-Turn valves recalled under 18E-111. If the knob is turned more than one turn, the valve's snap ring may fail and the valve stem may forcibly eject from the valve body.
- Risk
- The forcible ejection of the stem may increase the risk of injury to those nearby. Additionally, the unintended release of CNG can increase the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- North American Repower has notified the owner, and provided an upgrade kit, free of charge. The recall began March 27, 2019. Owners may contact North American Repower customer service at 1-949-667-2673.
- 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
The compressed natural gas (CNG) fuel tanks on this vehicle have valves that may be damaged if the valve knob is turned more than one full turn. When that happens, the valve's snap ring can fail and the valve stem can be forcibly ejected from the valve body.
The forced ejection can injure people nearby, and the unintended release of CNG can increase the risk of a fire.
The owner has been notified and North American Repower is providing an upgrade kit at no cost. Contact North American Repower customer service at 1-949-667-2673 to arrange the free remedy, and check your VIN for any open recalls.
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Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| International 1652SC | 2005 |
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