NHTSA Recall 13V581000: Structure and tank assembly (fuel system)
Navistar, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,622 vehicles. It affects 2013–2014 International Prostar.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V581000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 13517 |
| Components | STRUCTURE; FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL › STORAGE › TANK ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | November 20, 2013 |
| Owner notification | March 31, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 International ProStar sleeper cab vehicles manufactured December 12, 2012, through August 8, 2013 and equipped with feature code 16XSA, 16XSB, 16XSC or 16XSD chassis skirts. In the affected vehicles, the rear chassis skirt upper horizontal support S-bracket may rub the fuel tank causing a hole in the tank.
Safety risk
A hole in the tank would allow fuel to leak onto the roadway causing dangerous driving conditions, which could result in a vehicle crash, property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will reinstall the chassis skirt with proper clearance, free of charge. If necessary, the fuel tank will be replaced. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's recall number is 13517.
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.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V581000
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.