NHTSA Recall 12V170000: Shaft pitman (steering)
NAVISTAR, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 234 vehicles. It affects 2012 International Terrastar.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V170000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 12514 |
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX › SHAFT PITMAN |
| Report received | April 17, 2012 |
| Owner notification | June 12, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012 international terrastar trucks, manufactured from august 23, 2011, through november 16, 2011 and equipped with a sheppard m83 steering gear (feature code 05psn). The fastener attaching the pitman arm to the steering gear shift may have been over tightened. As a result, the securing bolt may fail and the pitman arm may separate from the steering gear.
Safety risk
If this occurs, a loss of steering control could result, increasing the risk of crash resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the pitman arm fasteners. This service will be performed free of charge. The recall began on about june 12, 2012. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
Notes
Navistar's campaign number is 12514.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V170000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| International Terrastar | 2012 |
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.