CarRecallWatch- Component
- STEERING:CRITICAL FASTENERS; SUSPENSION:CRITICAL FASTENERS
- Problem
- Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2023 IC CE, EV, and RE 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 22525.
- 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 nuts used in the steering and suspension joints were improperly heat treated. Over time, they may lose tension, which can lead to steering instability.
Loss of tension in these critical joints raises the risk of a crash. Owners should take this recall seriously and have their vehicle inspected as soon as possible.
Authorized dealers will replace the hex flange lock nuts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. You can also contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825, referencing recall number 22525, and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| IC Bus Cesb | 2023 |
|---|---|
| IC Bus EV | 2023 |
| IC Bus Resb | 2023 |