NHTSA Recall 11V589000: Axle assembly (power train)
NAVISTAR, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 11 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ic Bus Iccb.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V589000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 11521 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | December 19, 2011 |
| Owner notification | February 10, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012 international durastar and ic bus hc heavy trucks and buses manufactured from february 10, 2011, through february 18, 2011,that were equipped with a meritor mfs08 series non-drive front steer axle. During the assembly process, the steering attachment bolts may have been insufficiently torqued.
Safety risk
Insufficient torque of the steering arm bolts may result in bolt fatigue and fracture and/or arm separation, thereby potentially resulting in loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on february 10, 2012. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
Notes
Navistar's recall campaign number is 11521.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V589000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.