Fontaine Int'l 4300 W/dual Steerin Recalls
There has been 1 recall on Int'l 4300 W/dual Steerin vehicles in recent years. The latest was issued on 2013-02-11 due to a problem with the steering. Approximately 811 vehicles were involved. Since 2011, Int'l 4300 W/dual Steerin's have experienced approximately 1 recall(s) . See a list of recalls for your model year below.
IMPORTANT NOTE: Also check the list of Additional Fontaine Models to the right. At times, the manufacturer or the NHTSA may use slightly different model names, or group models together by series.
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Detailed Recall Information for Fontaine Int'l 4300 W/dual Steerin
| 2013-02-11 | (Published by NHTSA on 2013-02-11) |
| Recall Summary: | Fontaine Modification is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Navistar International 4300, 4400, 7300, 7400, and 7500 trucks; manufactured January 1, 2011 through January 9, 2013 and were modified to be able to be steered from either front seat. Certain steering assembly retaining clips may not be completely engaged, resulting in the clips coming loose. |
| Hazard: | Without a retaining clip, the steering may feel "loose" and be unresponsive which may increase steering difficulty and the likelihood of a vehicle crash. |
| Remedy: | Fontaine will notify owners and dealers will inspect each truck's steering cross shaft assembly. Any that are found defective will have the complete steering cross shaft assembly replaced, free of charge. Owners may contact Fontaine at 1-800-366-8246. |
| Additional Info: | Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
| NHTSA Source: | http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/recalls/recallresults.cfm?start=1&SearchType=QuickSearch&rcl_ID=13V042000 |
Additional Fontaine Models
Recalls have also been issued under these model names:
Sources may include: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) and companies involved with this or a related recall.
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