NHTSA recall · Reported December 19, 2011
INTERNATIONAL 2012: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2012 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR COMMERCIAL TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 22, 2011, THROUGH DECEMBER 9, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH FEATURE CODE 04AZX MERITOR WAB…
International recalled NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2012 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR COMMERCIAL TRUCKS MANUFACTURED F….
INTERNATIONAL 2012: ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) was recalled by International in December 19, 2011. Reason: NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2012 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR COMMERCIAL TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 22, 2011, …. Remedy: NAVISTAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW ESC MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. T…. Verify recall #11V590000 with the NHTSA before acting.
The recall
International issued this NHTSA recall-NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2012 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR COMMERCIAL TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 22, 2011, ….
- None
- agency class
- December 19, 2011
- reported
Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #11V590000 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from NHTSA - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2012 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR COMMERCIAL TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 22, 2011, THROUGH DECEMBER 9, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH FEATURE CODE 04AZX MERITOR WABCO ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) UNITS. UNDER CERTAIN ROAD AND DRIVING CONDITIONS, VEHICLE BODY ROLL AND ROAD INCLINATION CHARACTERISTICS MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT THE SLIP ANGLE CALCULATION OF THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM. THIS MIGHT CAUSE THE ESC TO PERCEIVE AN OVER STEERING SITUATION AND THEREFORE APPLY THE OUTER WHEEL BRAKE ON THE FRONT AXLE UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS PERCEIVED TO BE STABLE.
Reason for recall
NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN 2012 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR COMMERCIAL TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM MARCH 22, 2011, THROUGH DECEMBER 9, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH FEATURE CODE 04AZX MERITOR WABCO ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) UNITS. UNDER CERTAIN ROAD AND DRIVING CONDITIONS, VEHICLE BODY ROLL AND ROAD INCLINATION CHARACTERISTICS MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT THE SLIP ANGLE CALCULATION OF THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM. THIS MIGHT CAUSE THE ESC TO PERCEIVE AN OVER STEERING SITUATION AND THEREFORE APPLY THE OUTER WHEEL BRAKE ON THE FRONT AXLE UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS PERCEIVED TO BE STABLE.
Hazard
IF THE DRIVER IS SLOW TO REACT DURING THIS ESC INTERVENTION, THE VEHICLE MAY DEVIATE FROM THE INTENDED LINE OF TRAVEL, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy, what to do
NAVISTAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW ESC MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN DURING FEBRUARY 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NAVISTAR AT 1-800-448-7825.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 11V590000 |
| Date reported | December 19, 2011 |
| Date initiated | December 19, 2011 |
| Recalling firm | International |
| Affected scope | Not disclosed |
| Distribution | United States |
| Official source | NHTSA notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
What to do with this recall
NAVISTAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW ESC MODULE FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN DURING FEBRUARY 2…
- Check the recall number (11V590000) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official NHTSA notice before acting. NHTSA notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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