Recall 12V-283: 2013 International Durastar

NAVISTAR, INC recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Jun 20, 2012, covering about 1,298 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-283
Report date
Jun 20, 2012
Vehicles affected
1,298
Owners notified
Jul 18, 2012

The problem

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2013 international durastar trucks, manufactured from february 12, 2012, through march 19, 2012, equipped with cab codes 16030 or 16aak. The windshield and backlight glass on these vehicles were installed without primer seal application. Over time, this may cause separation from the cab.

The risk

Without the proper bond, the windshield and/or backlight glass could separate from the cab, resulting in increased risk of personal injury or death.

The fix

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield and backlight glass on affected vehicles, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 18, 2012. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Notes

Navistar's campaign number is 12519. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerNAVISTAR, INC
ComponentVisibility › Glass, Side/Rear
Visibility › Windshield
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V283000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
International Durastar2013All 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-283?

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2013 international durastar trucks, manufactured from february 12, 2012, through march 19, 2012, equipped with cab codes 16030 or 16aak. The windshield and backlight glass on these vehicles were installed without primer seal application. Over time, this may cause separation from the cab.

How is recall 12V-283 fixed?

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield and backlight glass on affected vehicles, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 18, 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.