The problem
Navistar is recalling 977 my 2009 international 3200, 4100, 4300, 4400 trucks and ic bus hc commercial buses. The front axle bearings in some cases were not sufficiently lubricated during assembly which may result in bearing seizing or possible wheel separation.
The risk
A seized bearing on the front axle could result in a vehicle crash which may result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the front axle bearings. Bearings will be lubricated and replaced if required. The recall began on december 19, 2008. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
Contacts
Navistar recall no. 08511. Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized IC, International dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 08V619000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.