Recall 11V-426: 2010–2012 International Paystar, 2010–2012 International Prostar and 2 more
NAVISTAR, INC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Aug 17, 2011, covering about 5,663 vehicles.
The problem
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 paystar, workstar, transtar, and prostar commercial trucks manufactured from june 1, 2009, through may 31, 2011, equipped with a maxxforce 11 or 13 engine (Feature code 12uxj or 12uxh) and with alternator feature code 08ggn, 08ggr, 08 ghg, or 08ghh. The alternator cable may rub on the high pressure power steering hose, possibly chafing its insulation and causing an electrical short.
The risk
An electrical short may cause a vehicle fire possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
The fix
Navistar will install a bracket to route the wires away from the power steering hose. Navistar did not provide an expected start date for the recall, but an interim notice will be mailed to owners if parts will not be available until after october 14, 2011. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825. This recall campaign has been superseded by 12v-196.
Notes
Navistar's recall campaign number is 11516.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | NAVISTAR, INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Alternator/Generator/Regulator |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V426000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| International Paystar | 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| International Prostar | 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| International Transtar | 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
| International Workstar | 2010, 2011, 2012 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V-426?
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2010-2012 paystar, workstar, transtar, and prostar commercial trucks manufactured from june 1, 2009, through may 31, 2011, equipped with a maxxforce 11 or 13 engine (Feature code 12uxj or 12uxh) and with alternator feature code 08ggn, 08ggr, 08 ghg, or 08ghh. The alternator cable may rub on the high pressure power steering hose, possibly chafing its insulation and causing an electrical short.
How is recall 11V-426 fixed?
Navistar will install a bracket to route the wires away from the power steering hose. Navistar did not provide an expected start date for the recall, but an interim notice will be mailed to owners if parts will not be available until after october 14, 2011. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825. This recall campaign has been superseded by 12v-196.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.