SeatsRecall 12V-509 · International vehicles
Navistar, Inc. recall 12V-509 covers 5 International vehicles for a seats problem, reported to NHTSA on October 18, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V509000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012 International DuraStar and Workstar commercial trucks, manufactured from April 26, 2011, through December 19, 2011, and equipped with a 7 degree passenger seat (feature code 16JAJ or SCBA). During a load test, the front passenger seat separated from its mounting rails. Thus, the vehicles failed to conform to the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 207, "Seating Systems."
The risk
In the event of a crash, the seat may may come loose resulting in an increased risk of injury to the seat occupant.
The fix
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the seat adjuster rail, anchor plate, and mounting hardware, free of charge. The safety recall began on December 18, 2012. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
Navistar's recall campaign number is 12528.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.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from April 26, 2011 to December 19, 2011. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.