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2009 International Lonestar problems

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Recalls
4
Service bulletins
227

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Recalls 4

EquipmentReported September 18, 2013 · 16,107 vehicles affected
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

Visibility: rear window wiper/washer: linkagesReported August 24, 2010 · 39,544 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2008 through 2011 international prostar and lonestar heavy trucks manufactured from january 2, 2007 through june 1, 2010. The passenger side windshield wiper linkage rod may separate from either the wiper drive arm or passenger side pivot assembly.
Risk
When the linkage separates, the passenger side wiper arm will no longer operate which could lead to reduced driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners and international dealers will replace the windshield wiper linkage assembly free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about december 17, 2010. Owners may contact navistar at 1‑800‑448‑7825.

Recall number 10V383000 · Recall details

Electronic stability control (ESC)Reported February 3, 2010 · 1,437 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2009-2010 international prostar and lonestar trucks equipped with feature code 04azt roll stability control. The air line that supplies the traction solenoid valve of the roll stability control (rsc) system may have been connected to an incorrect port on the air tank. This condition will affect air modulation to the trailer brakes if rsc is activated during a roll stability event. This condition at no time affects the normal design function of the tractor and trailer service brakes when activated by the driver, or the function of the tractor rsc system.
Risk
Less than optimal rsc control of the trailer brakes during a roll stability event may increase the risk of a crash which can result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and relocate the air line that supplies the rsc traction solenoid valve to the correct port on the air tank. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on february 19, 2010. Owners may contact navistar at 1‑800‑448‑7825.

Recall number 10V037000 · Recall details

Service brakes, air: supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsReported November 24, 2008 · 14,048 vehicles affected
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

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Technical service bulletins for the 2009 International Lonestar 227

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4 recalls, covering equipment, visibility and electronic stability control (esc).

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