The problem
Straps holding the sleeper upper bunk in the raised position can release without warning.
The risk
If the restraining strap releases suddenly, the bunkfalls without warning and can strike an occupant sitting in the lower bunk causing personal injury.
The fix
Dealers will modify the attachment of the upper bunk restraining strap to the upper bunk and rear wall of the sleeper and install a new redesigned bunk restraining strap.
Contacts
System: equipment; bunk sleeper. Vehicle description: trucks equipped with double sleeper bunks. Note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact navistar international at 1-800-448-7825. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
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 International Harvester dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 95V182000.
- 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.