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Recalls 2
Equipment
- What is wrong
- Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 International LoneStar, ProStar, and TranStar trucks manufactured February 20, 2008, through July 29, 2013 and equipped with an electronic fifth wheel jaw release system (feature code 0595BAW or 0595BAY). Due to an assembly error, the air lines at the isolation/vent valve may not be oriented correctly.
- Risk
- Because of the improper orientation, in the event of an air leakage at the isolation/vent valve, the 5th wheel jaw may release, unexpectedly releasing the trailer from the tractor, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air line routing. If necessary, the air line routing will be corrected free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1‑331‑332‑1590. Navistar's recall number is 13514.
Recall number 13V439000 · Recall details
Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Navistar is recalling 14,048 my 2008-2010 lonestar and prostar trucks. The service brake air line that runs from the tractor protection valve to the fast brake module may separate from the fast brake module resulting in loss of trailer service brakes.
- Risk
- Loss of trailer service brakes may cause a crash resulting in possible property damage, personal injury, or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the fast brake modules and the air lines running to the module will be rerouted to eliminate line tension caused by cab to frame relative motion. The recall began on march 20, 2009. Owners may contact navistar at 1‑800‑448‑7825.
Recall number 08V618000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2008 International Lonestar 204
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This article provides guidance to dealership personnel, Technical Services personnel, Dealer Service...
- This article describes how to fix a speedometer that does not read accurately
- New CARB Idle Reduction Change Request
- This tool is designed to compare Diamond Logic feature data across multiple vehicle configuration files
- Engine replacements for all International engines will need to follow this procedure.
- This document will guide the user through a step-by-step procedure for detecting water leaks in vehicle...
- This document will guide the user through understanding Prop Shaft Codes and understanding the variations...
- In some geographic areas, ambient temperatures reaching below 15°F (-10 °C), including high levels of...
- Title: Service Portal iKNow Feedback Case Types Applies To: All
- Title: Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures Applies To: All Vehicles
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Is the 2008 International Lonestar reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2008 International Lonestar.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 International Lonestar?
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How many recalls does the 2008 International Lonestar have?
2 recalls, covering equipment and service brakes, air.
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