NHTSA Recall 12V465000: Chamber (parking brake)
NAVISTAR, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 559 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the International 8600.
| NHTSA campaign | 12V465000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 12524 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE › DRIVELINE › AIR › CHAMBER |
| Report received | September 20, 2012 |
| Owner notification | November 6, 2012 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2013 International 8600, 2012 and 2013 Durastar, 2011-2013 ProStar, and 2012 WorkStar trucks, manufactured from November 23, 2010, through April 02, 2012, and equipped with piston spring brake feature code 04EVP. The piston bore area of the parking brake chamber may have an air leak could result in the parking brake not fully releasing.
Safety risk
If the parking brake does not fully release, the service brakes may lock up without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spring brake chamber free of charge. The safety recall began on November 6, 2012. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-331-332-1590.
Notes
Navistar's recall campaign number is 12524. 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 12V465000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| International 8600 | 2013 |
| International Durastar | 2012, 2013 |
| International Prostar | 2011, 2012, 2013 |
| International Workstar | 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.