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NHTSA Recall 17V174000: Service brakes, air

Navistar, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,786 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the International Lonestar.

2,786
vehicles potentially affected
4
models affected
2017
owners notified (May 12)
NHTSA campaign17V174000
Manufacturer campaign17502
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Report receivedMarch 14, 2017
Owner notificationMay 12, 2017
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Navistar Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2018 International LT, 2016-2017 International ProStar, 2017-2018 International LoneStar and International RH heavy diesel trucks. The air dryer mounting bracket may fracture, causing air system leaks or a loss of air pressure to the brake system.

Safety risk

A loss of brake air pressure could lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air dryer mounting bracket, free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2017. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for the recall is 17502.

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 17V174000

Make and modelModel years
International Lonestar2017, 2018
International LT2016, 2017, 2018
International Prostar2016, 2017
International Rh2017, 2018

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.