Navistar Announces Recall
LISLE, IL - Navistar International has announced that it is recalling certain model-year 2010-2013 PayStar, WorkStar, TranStar, and ProStar vehicles, as well as model-year 2012 and 2013 LoneStar commercial trucks manufactured from June 1, 2009 through April 4, 2012.
LISLE, IL - Navistar International has announced that it is recalling certain model-year 2010-2013 PayStar, WorkStar, TranStar, and ProStar vehicles, as well as model-year 2012 and 2013 LoneStar commercial trucks manufactured from June 1, 2009 through April 4, 2012.
The recall applies to vehicles equipped with a MaxxForce 11 or 13 engine and the Bosch Alternator feature.
Navistar said that the alternator cable on affected vehicles may “rub on the high pressure power steering hose, possibly chafing its insulation and causing an electrical short.”
Each driver affected by the recall will receive an official notice, though Navistar has not yet provided a timetable for exactly when. Navistar will perform any inspections or repairs pertaining to this recall free of charge.
Please note that this communication is intended for informational purposes and should not be interpreted as an official notice from the manufacturer. At this time, drivers with any questions related to this recall – including whether it applies to their specific vehicle(s) – should contact Navistar at (800) 448-7825.
More Safety & Compliance
Navigating the Effects of Daylight Saving Time on Work Truck Fleets
Discover how daylight saving time impacts work truck fleets and get essential tips for fleet managers and drivers to navigate the "fall back" transition.
Read More →
How Halloween Changes the Job for Work Truck Drivers
Truck traffic doesn’t take the same Halloween break as other drivers. What fleet managers should know about timing, neighborhood stops, and braking data.
Read More →
Tips for Driving Safely on Halloween Night
This video features a reminder from the Connecticut Department of Transportation (DOT) and the Connecticut Police Chiefs Association, urging drivers to prioritize safety this Halloween.
Read More →From Our Partners
Re-rating Gross Vehicle Weight Ratings (GVWR): Why and How it's Done
Sometimes, it is not in a fleet’s best interests to have a vehicle at a given GVWR. Changing the GVWR to a special value can be done, but the process is complicated.
Read More →
When a Work Truck Gets Stolen, the Real Loss Is Time
A stolen work truck can take more than a vehicle off the road. From tools and access cards to crew downtime, here’s how fleets can prepare for theft before it disrupts the entire workday.
Read More →
Volvo Trucks Marks 25 Years as Exclusive Sponsor of America's Road Team
Volvo Trucks North America will serve as the exclusive sponsor of the American Trucking Associations' America's Road Team, marking 25 years of Volvo sponsorship. The group of professional drivers promotes safety and the industry as they travel the country.
Read More →
Streamlight’s High-Output Scene Light Recognized with Occupational Safety Award
Streamlight’s Portable Scene Light III (PSL III) won the 2026 Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) New Product of the Year Award in the Lighting category.
Read More →
Fleetworthy Expands Expedited Inspection to 5 States
Following its industry-first launch in Nevada, Fleetworthy’s automated inspection technology is now live in California, Michigan, Vermont, and Maine.
Read More →
Crossing State Lines in a Light-Duty Work Truck? Check These Rules First
Crossing state lines in a lighter work truck? J.J. Keller's Kathy Close explains when IRP registration, trip permits, and towing rules come into play.
Read More →
Simple Tire Checks That Help Keep Your Business Fleet Moving
A survey found that nearly one in every 10 passenger vehicles has at least one bald tire. What's more, 27% -- more than one in four -- of vehicles are driven with one or more severely under-inflated tires.
Read More →