WORKHORSE W42 2012: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 13V054000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| WORKHORSE | W42 | 2012 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2013-04-26 | 2013-02-20 | 2013-02-20 |
Production Dates: 2011-07-18 - 2012-07-12
Manufacturers Involved: Navistar, Inc.
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 51301-C
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 3226
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
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.
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.
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.
