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2012 International Durastar recalls

NHTSA's September 21, 2026 snapshot lists 13 safety recall campaigns for the 2012 International Durastar, spanning 8 component groups. A model match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included.

Official source: NHTSA recall campaign file · Snapshot September 21, 2026

Distinct campaigns13not VIN-specific
Component groups8distinct top-level categories
Latest recordDecember 11, 2017report received
VIN resultNot checkeduse official lookup

01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS

2012 International Durastar recall campaigns

The 2012 International Durastar report contains 13 distinct NHTSA campaigns; the most recently received record is campaign 17V792000 dated December 11, 2017.
Component
EQUIPMENT
Report received
December 11, 2017
Potential units
10,195campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2000-2001 International 4700, 2000-2002 4900, 2001-2003 8100 (TranStar) and 9100I, 2002-2003, 2005, 2007-2009, 2012-2014 and 2016-2018 DuraStar, 2012 and 2014-2017 ProStar, 2014-2015 TerraStar, and 2018 LT trucks. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf.

Why it matters: In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners, instructing them to notify Kidde for a replacement fire extinguisher, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin February 9, 2018. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590, or contact Kidde customer service toll-free at 1-855-262-3540, or online at www.kidde.com and click on "Product Safety Recall" for more information.

Owner notification: February 8, 2018 · Filing manufacturer: Navistar, Inc.

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 15V394000

Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report received
June 22, 2015
Potential units
29,182campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 International Durastar trucks manufactured May 13, 2009, to June 24, 2013, 2011-2012 International Workstar trucks manufactured November 30, 2010, to September 26, 2011, and 2010-2014 IC Bus HC transit buses manufactured November 19, 2009, to April 24, 2013. The affected vehicles may have an improperly routed engine grid heater power feed cable which can result in the cable contacting the metal edge on the cab.

Why it matters: If the cable contacts the metal edge of the cab, it may cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will secure the power feed cable so that it cannot contact the cab, free of charge. The recall began on August 3, 2015. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 15514.

Owner notification: August 3, 2015 · Filing manufacturer: Navistar, Inc.

Component
VISIBILITY
Report received
April 22, 2015
Potential units
82,736campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 International DuraStar, ProStar, TranStar and WorkStar, 2012-2015 International TerraStar, 2013-2015 International LoneStar and IC Bus HC, and 2014-2015 IC Bus AC vehicles. A vehicle double battery jump start or electrical load dump event could result in an overvoltage condition of a component within the HVAC system linear power module (LPM) which is used to control the blower speed. The overvoltage condition could result in the overheating and failure of the LPM.

Why it matters: If the LPM overheats and fails, there is an increased risk of a fire.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LPM with an upgraded one, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on June 18, 2015. A second notification will mailed when parts become available. The recall began on August 6, 2015. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 15509.

Owner notification: August 6, 2015 · Filing manufacturer: Navistar, Inc.

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 14V063000

Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report received
February 19, 2014
Potential units
538campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 International DuraStar Trucks and 2012-2014 International TerraStar trucks intended for emergency vehicle operations manufactured from February 25, 2010, through February 18, 2013, and equipped with 2010 MaxxForce 7 V8 diesel engines. In the affected vehicles, the Engine Warning Protection Shutdown (EWPS) was inadvertently re-enabled when the Engine Control Module (ECM) was recalibrated.

Why it matters: If the Engine Warning Protection System is enabled and certain engine faults occur, the emergency vehicle may shutdown (EWPS) hampering rescue operations and increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the ECM software to ensure that the EWPS is disabled, free of charge. The recall began on March 12, 2014. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-331-332-5000. Navistar's recall number for this campaign is 14505.

Owner notification: March 12, 2014 · Filing manufacturer: Navistar, Inc.

Component
VISIBILITY
Report received
April 17, 2013
Potential units
14,720campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 International Lonestar, model year 2012-2013 International Terrastar and model year 2011-2013 International DuraStar, ProStar, TranStar, and WorkStar commercial trucks manufactured from June 1, 2010, through March 7, 2012 and equipped with day cab codes 16CAB, 16030, or 16196 and feature codes 16WCE, 16WCR, 16XWD, 16XWE, 16XWV, 16XXB, 16XXD, 16XXE, 16XXG, or 16XYN sun shades. The sun shade may not be properly secured to the cab roof panel which may result in partial or full separation of the sun shade from the roof panel.

Why it matters: If the sun shade separates from the cab roof during vehicle operation, the sudden release of the sun shade could distract the driver increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and strengthen the sun shade mounting, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 10, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's campaign number is 13505.

Owner notification: September 10, 2013 · Filing manufacturer: Navistar, Inc.

Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Report received
January 17, 2013
Potential units
7,657campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 IC Bus brand model 1300FBC, CE, HC, and RE buses; model year 2011-2013 International brand model Durastar, model year 2013 International brand Workstar trucks; model year 2013 Holiday Rambler brand model Ambassador and Endeavor vehicles; and model year 2013 Monaco brand model Diplomat and Knight vehicles. These vehicles were manufactured August 5, 2010 through September 6, 2012 and are equipped with certain 2011-2013 model year I-6 engines with feature codes 12NUK, 12NUL, 12NUM, 12NUN, 12NUP, 12NUR, 12NUS, 12NUT, 12NUU, 12NUV, 12NUX, 12NUY and 12NUZ. The injection pressure regulator (IPR) harness wire may break due to vibrational damage. This could cause an unexpected shut down of the engine.

Why it matters: An unexpected engine shut down while driving may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the IPR wire connector free of charge. The safety recall began on March 15, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Owner notification: March 15, 2013 · Filing manufacturer: Navistar, Inc.

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 12V509000

Component
SEATS
Report received
October 18, 2012
Potential units
5campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.".

Why it matters: In the event of a crash, the seat may may come loose resulting in an increased risk of injury to the seat occupant.

Remedy

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.

Owner notification: December 18, 2012 · Filing manufacturer: Navistar, Inc.

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 12V465000

Component
PARKING BRAKE
Report received
September 20, 2012
Potential units
559campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2013 International 8600, 2012 and 2013 Durastar, 2011-2013 ProStar, and 2012 WorkStar trucks, manufactured from November 23, 2010, through April 02, 2012, and equipped with piston spring brake feature code 04EVP. The piston bore area of the parking brake chamber may have an air leak could result in the parking brake not fully releasing.

Why it matters: If the parking brake does not fully release, the service brakes may lock up without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spring brake chamber free of charge. The safety recall began on November 6, 2012. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-331-332-1590.

Owner notification: November 6, 2012 · Filing manufacturer: NAVISTAR, INC

Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Report received
February 13, 2012
Potential units
17,867campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 ic bus ce-c, hc, and international 9400 and certain model year 2011 through 2013 international durastar, paystar, workstar, transtar, lonestar, prostar, 9200, and 9800, and certain model year 2013 international 9900, vehicles, manufactured from december 2, 2010, through january 26, 2012, and equipped with bendix atr-6 traction relay valves. in extremely cold conditions, these bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakage. internal leakage can lead to air pressure being delivered to affected primary or secondary brakes causing continuous brake application.

Why it matters: Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will provide a temporary repair until bendix develops a permanent remedy. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on april 10, 2012. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Owner notification: April 10, 2012 · Filing manufacturer: NAVISTAR, INC

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 11V589000

Component
POWER TRAIN
Report received
December 19, 2011
Potential units
11campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012 international durastar and ic bus hc heavy trucks and buses manufactured from february 10, 2011, through february 18, 2011,that were equipped with a meritor mfs08 series non-drive front steer axle. during the assembly process, the steering attachment bolts may have been insufficiently torqued.

Why it matters: Insufficient torque of the steering arm bolts may result in bolt fatigue and fracture and/or arm separation, thereby potentially resulting in loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on february 10, 2012. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Owner notification: February 10, 2012 · Filing manufacturer: NAVISTAR, INC

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 11V325000

Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report received
June 15, 2011
Potential units
477campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 international durastar heavy trucks equipped with engine feature code 12uxj and 12uxh manufactured from january 21, 2010, through april 19, 2011. the battery cable insulation may abrade on the front suspension spring shackle, possibly resulting in an electrical short.

Why it matters: An electrical short may cause a fire without warning, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners and dealers will install a bracket to route the battery cables away from the front suspension spring shackle free of charge. the safety recall began on july 18, 2011. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Owner notification: July 18, 2011 · Filing manufacturer: NAVISTAR, INC

Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Report received
April 19, 2011
Potential units
2,543campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Navistar is recall certain model year 2011 and 2012 international durastar, paystar, workstar, transtar, lonestar and prostar commercial trucks manufactured from november 5, 2010, through march 10, 2011, for failing to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, "air brake systems (abs)." the trailer abs fault indicator lamp in the instrument cluster will not illuminate due to a programming or hardware issue with the brake system electronic control unit.

Why it matters: An inoperable trailer abs fault indicator may prevent the driver from being aware of a trailer abs fault condition thereby possibly increasing the risk of a crash potentially resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners. dealers will reprogram or replace the brake system electronic control unit free of charge. the safety recall began on may 12, 2011. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Owner notification: May 12, 2011 · Filing manufacturer: NAVISTAR, INC

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 11V167000

Component
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Report received
March 14, 2011
Potential units
33campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Navistar is recall certain model year 2011 and 2012 international durastar and workstar commercial trucks manufactured from october 19, 2010, and february 3, 2011, equipped with gunite automatic slack adjusters. due to an incomplete "knitting" of the iron at the time of casting, inadequate structural integrity of the slack adjuster housing can occur, which could cause the housing to break at the handle under normal operating loads.

Why it matters: If the slack adjuster housing were to break, the wheel brake to which the slack adjuster is attached would no longer function, reducing braking capacity and, in some cases, causing the vehicle to pull to one side. reduced braking performance and/or loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners and dealers will replace the subject slack adjusters free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about april 1, 2011. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Owner notification: April 21, 2011 · Filing manufacturer: NAVISTAR, INC

02 / COMPONENT BREADTH

What defects are listed for the 2012 International Durastar?

The most frequent component groups in 2012 International Durastar campaign records are Electrical System (4), Service Brakes, Air (3), Visibility (2), Power Train (1), Parking Brake (1); these counts describe filed campaigns rather than observed failure rates.
Electrical System4
Service Brakes, Air3
Visibility2
Power Train1
Parking Brake1