Navistar International Trucks Air Brake Dryer Recall

Navistar Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2018 International LT, 2016-2017 International ProStar, 2017 International LoneStar, and 2017-2018 International RH heavy diesel trucks. The air dryer mounting bracket may fracture, causing air system leaks or a loss of air pressure to the brake system.

CONSEQUENCE:

A loss of brake air pressure could lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

REMEDY:

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air dryer mounting bracket, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin May 12, 2017. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar’s number for the recall is 17502.

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.

MANUFACTURER RECALL ACKNOWLEDGEMENT PDF: RCLRPT-17V174-7228

Report Receipt Date: MAR 14, 2017
NHTSA Campaign Number: 17V174000
Component(s): SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Potential Number of Units Affected: 2,733

Vehicle Make Model Year(s)
  • INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR 2017
  • INTERNATIONAL LT 2016-2018
  • INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR 2016-2017
  • INTERNATIONAL RH 2017-2018
Manufacturer: Navistar, Inc.

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