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2008-2010 International Lonestar and International Prostar recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Navistar, Inc reported this safety recall on November 24, 2008. It covers about 14,048 vehicles.

vehicles affected
14,048
reported
Nov 24, 2008
owners notified
Mar 20, 2009
related complaints
2

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

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about brakes problems.

2008 International Lonestar2009 International Lonestar2010 International Lonestar2008 International Prostar2009 International Prostar2010 International Prostar

Questions about recall 08V618000

Is there a recall on the 2008-2010 International Lonestar and International Prostar hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?

Yes. Recall 08V618000, reported on November 24, 2008, covers about 14,048 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 08V618000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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