NHTSA Campaign 13V054000
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER
Issued by Navistar, Inc. · Reported Feb 20, 2013 · 3,226 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Workhorse Custom Chassis W42 and W62 vehicles, manufactured from July 18, 2011, through July 12, 2012, and equipped with hydraulic brakes. The brake fluid level indicator (FLI) may not properly detect a low brake fluid level situation and warn the driver.
Consequence
Without a warning, the driver may be unaware that the brake fluid level is low. A low brake fluid level may reduce the available braking force which could lengthen the required stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the FLI switch free of charge. The safety recall began on April 26, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's recall campaign number is 51301-C.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| WORKHORSE | W42 | 2011 | 3,226 |
| WORKHORSE | W42 | 2012 | 3,226 |
| WORKHORSE | W62 | 2011 | 3,226 |
| WORKHORSE | W62 | 2012 | 3,226 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 13V054000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.