Recall 12V-196: 2012–2013 International Lonestar, 2010–2013 International Paystar and 3 more
NAVISTAR, INC recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 2, 2012, covering about 19,264 vehicles.
The problem
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2013 paystar, workstar, transtar, and prostar, and model year 2012 and 2013 lonestar commercial trucks manufactured from june 1, 2009, through april 4, 2012, equipped with a maxxforce 11 or 13 engine (Feature code 12uxj or 12uxh) and with bosch alternator feature codes 08ggn, 08ggr, 08ghg, 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 standoff bracket and improve harness routing to better route the alternator wires away from the power steering hose. The safety recall began on july 16, 2012. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
Notes
Navistar's campaign number is 12515.this recall supersedes safety recall 11v-426, navistar campaign number 11516.all owners that had their vehicles repaired under the earlier recall campaign will need to have their vehicle remedied under this one.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 | 12V196000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| International Lonestar | 2012, 2013 | All years |
| International Paystar | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| International Prostar | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| International Transtar | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| International Workstar | 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | 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 12V-196?
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2013 paystar, workstar, transtar, and prostar, and model year 2012 and 2013 lonestar commercial trucks manufactured from june 1, 2009, through april 4, 2012, equipped with a maxxforce 11 or 13 engine (Feature code 12uxj or 12uxh) and with bosch alternator feature codes 08ggn, 08ggr, 08ghg, 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 12V-196 fixed?
Navistar will install a standoff bracket and improve harness routing to better route the alternator wires away from the power steering hose. The safety recall began on july 16, 2012. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
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.