TheTrucker.com

Navistar issues recall due to steering-related problem

Reading Time: < 1 minute
Navistar issues recall due to steering-related problem
More than 31,000 big trucks and buses are being recalled by Navistar due to improper heat treating on hex flange lock nuts.

WASHINGTON — Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain 2022-23 International HX, HV, LoneStar, LT, MV, RH, IC and TC commercial buses, along with 2022 International WorkStar vehicles, because the steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gear to fracture.

navistar

According to a news release from the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, a fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will inspect the steering gear serial numbers and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge.

Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed Aug. 18,. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at (800) 448-7825.

Navistar’s number for this recall is 22513.

The Trucker News Staff

The Trucker News Staff produces engaging content for not only TheTrucker.com, but also The Trucker Newspaper, which has been serving the trucking industry for more than 30 years. With a focus on drivers, the Trucker News Staff aims to provide relevant, objective content pertaining to the trucking segment of the transportation industry. The Trucker News Staff is based in Little Rock, Arkansas.

Avatar for The Trucker News Staff
The Trucker News Staff produces engaging content for not only TheTrucker.com, but also The Trucker Newspaper, which has been serving the trucking industry for more than 30 years. With a focus on drivers, the Trucker News Staff aims to provide relevant, objective content pertaining to the trucking segment of the transportation industry. The Trucker News Staff is based in Little Rock, Arkansas.
For over 30 years, the objective of The Trucker editorial team has been to produce content focused on truck drivers that is relevant, objective and engaging. After reading this article, feel free to leave a comment about this article or the topics covered in this article for the author or the other readers to enjoy. Let them know what you think! We always enjoy hearing from our readers.

COMMENT ON THIS ARTICLE