Parking brakeRecall 12V-479 · 2007–2009 Ic 3200im
Navistar, Inc. recall 12V-479 covers 381 2007–2009 Ic 3200im for a parking brake problem, reported to NHTSA on October 2, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V479000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 IC 3200IM commercial buses, manufactured from April 11, 2006, through December 11, 2009. If the parking brake system experiences a loss of air pressure, the parking brake may inadvertantly apply itself, either partially or fully.
The risk
Inadvertent partial or total parking brake application may result in a driveline fire.
The fix
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will install a parking brake system pressure-loss warning system, free of change. The safety recall began on November 30, 2012. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-331-332-1590.
Navistar's recall campaign number is 12526.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.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
The investigation behind this recall
- Engine compartment firesNHTSA