Recall 17V-575: 2016 IC Bus HC, 2016 International 9900I and 6 more

Navistar, Inc. recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Sep 20, 2017, covering about 1,175 vehicles.

NHTSA number
17V-575
Report date
Sep 20, 2017
Vehicles affected
1,175
Owners notified
Nov 8, 2017

The problem

Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016 International DuraStar, LoneStar, ProStar, TerraStar, TranStar, WorkStar, 9900i, and IC Bus HC vehicles equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

The risk

If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2017. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590. Navistar's number for this recall is 17507.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerNavistar, Inc.
ComponentSteering › Linkages › Tie Rod Assembly
Steering
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number17V575000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
IC Bus HC2016All years
International 9900I2016All years
International Durastar2016All years
International Lonestar2016All years
International Prostar2016All years
International Terrastar2016All years
International Transtar2016All years
International Workstar2016All 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 17V-575?

Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016 International DuraStar, LoneStar, ProStar, TerraStar, TranStar, WorkStar, 9900i, and IC Bus HC vehicles equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

How is recall 17V-575 fixed?

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2017. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590. Navistar's number for this recall is 17507.

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.