NHTSA recall 12V015000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ic Hccb and 3 more
Reported Jan 18, 2012338 vehicles affectedNAVISTAR, INCMaker’s number 12501Built Aug 16, 2004 – May 13, 2010
The defect
Navistar IS recalling certain model year 2005-2011 international 3200im, and model year 2007-2011, ic bus model hc buses, manufactured from august 16, 2004, through may 13, 2010. when the bus kneeling feature IS activated, the rear brake line may be pinched by a frame member causing the rear brakes to drag.
The risk
Brakes that drag could overheat and may lead to a fire, which may cause property damage, personal injury, or death.
The remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will install a clip to ensure that the brake line cannot be pinched. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on april 27, 2012. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.