2011 International 7300 recalls

Defect: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011 international 7300, 7400, and 7500 vehicles manufactured from june 30, 2010, through october 13, 2010. these vehicles were built with an incorrect steering system draglink.

Why it matters: Drivers may experience degraded steering feel and control, increasing the risk of a crash possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.

Dealers will replace the steering draglink and pitman arm and will also inspect the steering arm for damage and replace if necessary. this service will be performed free of charge. all the affected vehicles have been repaired, therefore an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Owner notification: December 6, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: NAVISTAR, INC

Defect: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011 international 7300, 7400, 7500, vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108,ds"'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these vehicles are installed with improper headlight height of 55.5 inches and the correct height should be 54 inches.

Why it matters: Improper height on the headlights may not fully illuminate the road surface or may inhibit the ability of motorists to see vehicles which can increase the risk of a crash.

Dealers will install the correct headlights free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or before february 25, 2010. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Owner notification: February 15, 2011 · Filing manufacturer: NAVISTAR, INC

Defect: Navistar has notified nhtsa of a defect on certain model year 2008-2011 international trucks equipped with an optional jump start stud. corrosion at the base of the stud may cause an electrical short between the stud and battery box.

Why it matters: An electrical short may cause a vehicle fire.

A final remedy has been established. navistar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles by installing a new jump start stud. repairs will be preformed free of charge. an interim action will involve the removal of the jump start stud and the connecting cable. the safety recall began on september 10, 2010. owners may contact international dealers at 1-800-448-7825.

Owner notification: September 10, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: NAVISTAR, INC