Navistar, Inc. Steering:wheel and Handle BAR Recall

Manufacturer: Navistar, Inc.

Report Receipt Date: OCT 17, 2012

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 12V507000

NHTSA Action Number: N/A

Component: STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR

Potential Number of Units Affected: 1,711

Summary:
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2013 International brand LoneStar, ProStar, and WorkStar commercial trucks, manufactured from April 22, 2012, through May 28, 2012, and equipped with steering wheel feature codes 05CAW, 05CAX, 05CAZ, 05CBA, or 05WBD. The steering wheel may not have been completely welded to its mounting hub.

Consequence:
A steering wheel with an incomplete weld may separate from the steering wheel mounting hub, leading to a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy:
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace affected steering wheels, free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin in November 2012. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825.