Navistar Recalls Trucks for Possible Brake Problems

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Transport Topics  /  March 30, 2017

Navistar is recalling some trucks due to the possible loss of air brake pressure that could “increase the risk of a crash,” the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) says.

The potential number of trucks affected is 2,733, according to NHTSA, and includes certain 2016-2018 International LT, 2016-2017 International ProStar, 2017 International LoneStar and 2017-2018 International RH heavy trucks.

The potential problem is with the air dryer mounting bracket, which may fracture and cause air system leaks or a loss of air pressure to the brake system, according to NHTSA.

Navistar will notify owners and dealers will replace the air dryer mounting bracket, free of charge.

The recall is expected to begin May 12.

Owners may also contact NHTSA's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 800-424-9153) or go to www.safercar.gov.

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Navistar recalls 2,700 trucks due to air brake issue

Matt Cole, Commercial Carrier Journal (CCJ)  /  March 29, 2017

Navistar has announced it is recalling approximately 2,700 International trucks because of a problem that could cause the air brakes to lose pressure.

Affected trucks include 2017 International LoneStar models manufactured between June 7 and Dec. 20, 2016; 2016-2017 International ProStar models manufactured between May 5, 2015 and Dec. 22, 2016; 2016-2018 International LT models manufactured between June 1, 2015 and Jan. 12, 2017; and 2017-2018 International RH models manufactured between March 30, 2016 and Dec. 14, 2016.

Navistar says the cause of the recall is the air dryer mounting bracket could fracture, causing the air dryer to separate from the frame with possible airline separation from the dryer, which could result in air system leaks or loss of air pressure to the brake system. The recall says this could result in increased stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.

Navistar says drivers would likely see a loss of air pressure on the air gauge or hear a buzzer in the cab of the truck if the defect occurs.

To fix the defect, Navistar will replace the air dryer mounting bracket with a bracket made of heavier gauge steel and thicker gussets. Dealers and owners will be mailed notification letters by May 12.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration’s recall number for this recall is 17V-174. If contacting Navistar for more information on the recall, the manufacturer recall number is 17502.