2010-2011 Workhorse W22, Workhorse W42 and others recall: alternator/generator/regulator

Navistar, Inc reported this safety recall on April 16, 2010. It covers about 521 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 521
reported: Apr 16, 2010
owners notified: Jun 2, 2010

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator

What is wrong: Workhorse is recalling certain model year 2010 w42, w62 and model year 2011 w22 trucks and built with a general motors gasoline engine and equipped with remy alternator. A low resistance electrical short in the alternator's voltage regulator may occur.
Risk: An electrical short in the alternator may occur without warning possibly resulting in a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the alternator if necessary free of charge. The recall began on june 2, 2010. Owners may contact workhorse at 1‑877‑246‑7731.

Recall number 10V158000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 10V158000

Is there a recall on the 2010-2011 Workhorse W22, Workhorse W42 and others alternator/generator/regulator?

Yes. Recall 10V158000, reported on April 16, 2010, covers about 521 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 10V158000?

Dealers will inspect and replace the alternator if necessary free of charge. The recall began on june 2, 2010. Owners may contact workhorse at 1‑877‑246‑7731.

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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