FONTAINE INT'L 7300 W/DUAL STEERIN 2011: STEERING
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V042000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FONTAINE | INT'L 7300 W/DUAL STEERIN | 2011 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-04-12 | 2013-02-08 | 2013-02-11 |
Production Dates: 2011-01-01 - 2013-01-09
Manufacturers Involved: Fontaine Modification
Component: STEERING
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 811
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Fontaine Modification is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Navistar International 4300, 4400, 7300, 7400, and 7500 trucks; manufactured January 1, 2011 through January 9, 2013 and were modified to be able to be steered from either front seat. Certain steering assembly retaining clips may not be completely engaged, resulting in the clips coming loose.
Without a retaining clip, the steering may feel "loose" and be unresponsive which may increase steering difficulty and the likelihood of a vehicle crash.
Fontaine will notify owners and dealers will inspect each truck's steering cross shaft assembly. Any that are found defective will have the complete steering cross shaft assembly replaced, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2013. Owners may contact Fontaine at 1-800-366-8246.
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.
