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2011-2014 International Lonestar, International Prostar and others recall: fifth wheel assembly

Navistar, Inc. reported this safety recall on September 29, 2015. It covers about 3,776 vehicles.

vehicles affected
3,776
reported
Sep 29, 2015
owners notified
Nov 18, 2015

Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly

What is wrong
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 International ProStar trucks manufactured May 18, 2010, to April 5, 2013, 2012-2014 International LoneStar trucks manufactured September 7, 2011, to March 25, 2013, and 2011-2013 International TranStar trucks manufactured October 18, 2010, to February 20, 2013. The affected trucks are equipped with Fontaine Ultra LT Fifth Wheel connectors, which, due to cumulative damage to the fifth wheel and its locking mechanism, have a locking mechanism that may fail to operate or to properly engage.
Risk
If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and Fontaine dealers will replace the fifth wheel with an Ultra NT model fifth wheel, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2015. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825, or Fontaine customer service at 1‑844‑597‑7393.

Recall number 15V607000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 15V607000

Is there a recall on the 2011-2014 International Lonestar, International Prostar and others fifth wheel assembly?

Yes. Recall 15V607000, reported on September 29, 2015, covers about 3,776 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 15V607000?

Navistar will notify owners, and Fontaine dealers will replace the fifth wheel with an Ultra NT model fifth wheel, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2015. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825, or Fontaine customer service at 1‑844‑597‑7393.

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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