Recall
Workhorse W62 — 13V512000
NHTSA ID
13V512000
Make
Workhorse
Model
W62
Years Affected
2012
Recall Date
2013-10-17
Component
SERVICE BRAKES
Units Affected
2,016
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
51302-C
Summary
Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012 Workhorse Custom Chassis W42 and W62 vehicles, manufactured from July 13, 2012, through October 12, 2012, and equipped with hydraulic brakes. In the affected vehicles, the brake fluid level indicator (FLI) may not properly detect a low brake fluid level situation and warn the driver.
Consequence
Without a warning, the driver may be unaware that the brake fluid level is low. A low brake fluid level may reduce the available braking force which could lengthen the required stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Navistar has notified owners, and dealers will replace the FLI switch free of charge. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's recall campaign number is 51302-C.