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2011-2012 Workhorse W62 recall: exhaust system

Navistar, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 19, 2014. It covers about 6,481 vehicles.

vehicles affected
6,481
reported
Sep 19, 2014
owners notified
Nov 17, 2014

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system

What is wrong
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Workhorse W62 Commercial Chassis manufactured June 21, 2010, to October 2, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the weld joining the right hand side exhaust down pipe to the exhaust manifold may fatigue.
Risk
A failure of the weld may allow hot exhaust gases to enter the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will install support brackets on the right and left hand exhaust down pipes and a catalyst spacer bar to prevent swaying. Any cracked down pipes will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 61401-C.

Recall number 14V574000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 14V574000

Is there a recall on the 2011-2012 Workhorse W62 exhaust system?

Yes. Recall 14V574000, reported on September 19, 2014, covers about 6,481 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 14V574000?

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will install support brackets on the right and left hand exhaust down pipes and a catalyst spacer bar to prevent swaying. Any cracked down pipes will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 61401-C.

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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