CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS; SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Problem
- Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 International CV, 2022-2023 International HV, 2023 IC 1300 FBC, CE, RE, TC, International MV, HX, LT, RH, and LoneStar vehicles. The hex flange lock nuts, used in the suspension and steering joints, were improperly heat treated and may lose tension over time.
- Risk
- A loss of tension in the steering and suspension joints may lead to steering instability and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the hex flange lock nuts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22524.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain hex flange lock nuts used in the steering and suspension joints were improperly heat treated, so they may lose tension over time. When the clamping force in these joints weakens, the steering can become unstable and the risk of a crash increases.
If you own an affected vehicle, dealers will replace the hex flange lock nuts as necessary at no cost to you. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed on January 20, 2023. You can also contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825, referencing recall number 22524. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls to confirm whether your vehicle is included.
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