International LT recalled over injury risk

Recall date

September 7, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

International Motors, LLC recalls 2019 International, IC Bus — 11 models

Recall number

18V597000

Brand / firm

International, IC Bus

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,089 units

Why it was recalled

An air leak or separation of the spring brake chamber can increase the needed stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019 International HX, DuraStar, WorkStar, HV, LoneStar, LT, MV, and RH vehicles, and IC Bus HC, CE, and RE vehicles equipped with long stroke brake chambers and spring actuated parking brakes. The spring actuated parking brake may be improperly crimped to the long stroke service brake chamber, causing a service brake air leak and the possible separation of the spring brake chamber from the service brake section.

What to do

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake chamber assemblies from the suspected lot, free of charge. The recall began October 23, 2018. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 18512.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.