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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 12V546000

2012 International Transtar | 2012 International Prostar | 2013 International Transtar | 2013 International Prostar — Service brakes

Published November 27, 2012 · Recall initiated: November 21, 2012

Summary

NHTSA records recall 12V546000, published November 27, 2012 and initiated November 21, 2012. Recalling firm: International Motors, LLC; 2012 International Transtar | 2012 International Prostar | 2013 International Transtar | 2013 International Prostar — Service brakes.

What's the hazard

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.

What to do

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.

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Recall details

Brand
INTERNATIONAL
Model
TRANSTAR
Manufacturer
International Motors, LLC
Lot
2012 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR | 2012 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR | 2013 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR | 2013 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2012 International Transtar | 2012 International Prostar | 2013 International Transtar | 2013 International Prostar — Service brakes recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 12V546000 on November 27, 2012. Reported hazard: 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.

What should I do if I have this product?

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.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: INTERNATIONAL. Model: TRANSTAR.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)