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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 12V546📅 Nov 27, 2012

2012–2013 International Prostar & 2012–2013 International Transtar recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 International brand ProStar and TranStar commercial trucks, manufactured from August 01, 2011, through June 12, 2012, and equipped with front brake linings listed as feature codes 0504501 or 0504504. The brake S-Cam tube bracket assemblies on the steer axles may fracture.

💥 The risk

Brake assembly fractures may result in an inoperative brake on the affected wheel. This will cause the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly during breaking and/or increase the stopping distance. Either result may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

🔧 The fix

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace S-Cam tube bracket assemblies free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin by August 23, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
12V546000
Manufacturer recall #
12530
Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Vehicles affected
4,747
Component
SERVICE BRAKES
Owner phone
1-800-448-7825
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Built
Aug 1, 2011 – Jun 12, 2012
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
This recall campaign has been superseded by recall campaign 13V-231.Navistar's recall campaign number is 12530.Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety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.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 12V546 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 12V546?

2012–2013 International Prostar & 2012–2013 International Transtar. 4,747 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized International dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-448-7825.