Defect Description For Recall
Navistar Is Recalling Certain Model Year 2011-2012 Workhorse Custom Chassis W42 And W62 Vehicles, Manufactured From July 18, 2011, Through July 12, 2012, And Equipped With Hydraulic Brakes. The Brake Fluid Level Indicator (Fli) May Not Properly Detect A Low Brake Fluid Level Situation And Warn The Driver.
Make Of Vehicle
WORKHORSE
Model Of Vehicle
W62
Year
2012
Recall Campaign Number
13V054000
Component Description
Service Brakes
Effect Of Defect
Without A Warning, The Driver May Be Unaware That The Brake Fluid Level Is Low. A Low Brake Fluid Level May Reduce The Available Braking Force Which Could Lengthen The Required Stopping Distance And Increase The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Navistar Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Replace The Fli Switch Free Of Charge. The Safety Recall Began On April 26, 2013. Owners May Contact Navistar At 1-800-448-7825. Navistar’S Recall Campaign Number Is 51301-C.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20110718
End Of Manufacture
20120712
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
3226
Date Owners Notified
20130426
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Date Report Received
20130220
Make Campaign Number
51301-C