NAVISTAR RE 2019: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
| Make : NAVISTAR | Model : RE | Year : 2019 |
| Build Dates : 2018-06-19 - 2018-07-20 | ||
| NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 18V598000 | ||
| Date Owner's Notified: 2018-10-23 | Date Received by ODI: 2018-09-07 | Date Added to Database: 2018-09-12 |
| Manufacturers Involved: Navistar, Inc. | ||
| Manufacturer's Responsible for the Recall: | ||
| Manufacturer Campaign Number: 18513 | ||
| Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | ||
| Potential Number Of Units Affected : 777 | ||
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Summary:
Navistar, Inc. "Navistar" is recalling certain 2019 IC Bus CE and RE school buses equipped with long stroke brake chambers and spring actuated parking brakes. The spring actuated parking brake may be improperly crimped to the long stroke service brake chamber, causing a service brake air leak and the possible separation of the spring brake chamber from the service brake section. |
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Consequence:
If there is an air leak or separation of the spring brake chamber, it can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
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Remedy:
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake chamber assembly, free of charge. The recall began October 23, 2018. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 18513. |
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| Report Initiator: MFR | V Report | |
| Regulation Part Number: | Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard Number: | |
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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. |
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