Key Takeaway

NAVISTAR/WHEELS:HUB by INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE was recalled on March 12, 1996. What to do: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW, REDESIGNED HUBS ON THESE VEHICLES.

NHTSA Ongoing

NAVISTAR/WHEELS:HUB

Recalled: March 12, 1996 ~206 units affected 96V041

Description

THE FRONT WHEEL HUB CAN DEVELOP CRACKS AT THE WHEEL MOUNTING STUDS. WHEN MOUNTED TO THE HUB, THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE DISC ROTOR DOES NOT PROPERLY SUPPORT THE HUB AT THE WHEEL STUDS CAUSING EXCESSIVE STRESS AND FATIGUE CRACKS IN THE HUB.

Injuries / Consequence

SHOULD SUFFICIENT CRACKS OCCUR, THE MOUNTING FLANGE PORTION OF THE HUB ALONG WITH THE WHEEL COULD SEPARATE FROM THE VEHICLE WITHOUT WARNING. SHOULD THIS OCCUR WHILE THE VEHICLE IS DRIVEN, THE DRIVER COULD LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE AND/OR THE SEPARATED WHEEL AND HUB COULD STRIKE ANOTHER VEHICLE, PEDESTRIAN OR PROPERTY.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW, REDESIGNED HUBS ON THESE VEHICLES.

Products Affected

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Vehicles

Company Information

INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is this recall still active?

Check the status badge at the top of this page. "Ongoing" means the recall is still active and you should follow the remedy instructions. "Completed" or "Terminated" means the recall process has concluded, though the safety issue remains relevant for any unrepaired products.

How do I check if my product is affected?

Compare the model number, lot code, serial number, or date range listed in the recall notice with the information on your product's label or packaging. For vehicles, check your VIN at NHTSA.gov/Recalls.

What remedy is available for this recall?

The listed remedy for this recall is: DEALERS WILL INSTALL NEW, REDESIGNED HUBS ON THESE VEHICLES.

Where can I find the original recall notice?

This recall was issued by NHTSA. You can view the original notice using the link provided above.

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