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NHTSA recall · Reported November 20, 2013

INTERNATIONAL 2013-2014: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 International ProStar sleeper cab vehicles manufactured December 12, 2012, through August 8, 2013 and equipped with featur…

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13V581000
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International recalled Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 International ProStar sleeper ca….

INTERNATIONAL 2013-2014: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY was recalled by International in November 20, 2013. Reason: Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 International ProStar sleeper cab vehicles manufactu…. Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will reinstall the chassis skirt with proper cle…. Verify recall #13V581000 with the NHTSA before acting.

The recall

International issued this NHTSA recall-Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 International ProStar sleeper cab vehicles manufactu….

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Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #13V581000 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, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 International ProStar sleeper cab vehicles manufactured December 12, 2012, through August 8, 2013 and equipped with feature code 16XSA, 16XSB, 16XSC or 16XSD chassis skirts. In the affected vehicles, the rear chassis skirt upper horizontal support S-bracket may rub the fuel tank causing a hole in the tank.

Reason for recall

Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 International ProStar sleeper cab vehicles manufactured December 12, 2012, through August 8, 2013 and equipped with feature code 16XSA, 16XSB, 16XSC or 16XSD chassis skirts. In the affected vehicles, the rear chassis skirt upper horizontal support S-bracket may rub the fuel tank causing a hole in the tank.

Hazard

A hole in the tank would allow fuel to leak onto the roadway causing dangerous driving conditions, which could result in a vehicle crash, property damage, personal injury, or death.

Remedy, what to do

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will reinstall the chassis skirt with proper clearance, free of charge. If necessary, the fuel tank will be replaced. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's recall number is 13517.

Recall Profile

Structured summary of the NHTSA recall record
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Agency National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Severity class Not classified by agency
Status Active
Recall number 13V581000
Date reported November 20, 2013
Date initiated November 20, 2013
Recalling firm International
Affected scope Not disclosed
Distribution United States
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Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

What to do with this recall

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Frequently Asked Questions

What product was recalled? ▼
Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 International ProStar sleeper cab vehicles manufactured December 12, 2012, through August 8, 2013 and equipped with feature code 16XSA, 16XSB, 16XSC or 16XSD chassis skirts. In the affected vehicles, the rear chassis skirt upper horizontal support S-bracket may rub the fuel tank causing a hole in the tank.. Recalled by International.
Why was this product recalled? ▼
Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 International ProStar sleeper cab vehicles manufactured December 12, 2012, through August 8, 2013 and equipped with feature code 16XSA, 16XSB, 16XSC or 16XSD chassis skirts. In the affected vehicles, the rear chassis skirt upper horizontal support S-bracket may rub the fuel tank causing a hole in the tank.
What should consumers do? ▼
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will reinstall the chassis skirt with proper clearance, free of charge. If necessary, the fuel tank will be replaced. The recall began on March 31, 2014. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's recall number is 13517.
Which agency issued this recall? ▼
This recall was issued by the NHTSA on November 20, 2013. NHTSA does not publish a hazard classification for this recall. Recall number: 13V581000.
Where was the recalled product distributed? ▼
Distribution: United States.
How do I report an injury from a recalled product? ▼
Report injuries to the issuing agency: CPSC at SaferProducts.gov, NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem, or FDA via MedWatch. Document the product (photos, model/serial numbers, purchase receipts) and seek medical attention. Injury reports help agencies track hazard patterns and may strengthen enforcement actions.

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