NHTSA Recall 13V054000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V054000; Date: Feb. 20, 2013
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.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Workhorse W42; 2012 Workhorse W42; 2011 Workhorse W62; 2012 Workhorse W62
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:master Cylinder
Manufactured by: Navistar, Inc.
Affected Units:: 3,226
Recall Summary:
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.
How to Fix:
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.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 26, 2013
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