Navistar 2019 Trucks: Brake Leak Risk Increases Crash Risk
Navistar recalls 2019 International trucks with air brake leaks that could increase stopping distance. Owners must get free brake chamber replacements by October 2018 deadline.
Use caution until it’s fixed
An air leak or separation of the spring brake chamber can increase the needed stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Navistar is recalling certain 2019 International trucks that have a risk of brake air leaks causing longer stopping distances. This could increase the chance of a crash if the brakes fail while driving. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224002-navistar-2019-trucks-brake-leak-risk-increases-crash-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224002-navistar-2019-trucks-brake-leak-risk-increases-crash-risk · Updated October 6, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V597000
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“Navistar 2019 Trucks: Brake Leak Risk Increases Crash Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224002-navistar-2019-trucks-brake-leak-risk-increases-crash-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #18V597000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V597000).
Why it’s dangerous
The spring actuated parking brake may be improperly crimped to the long stroke service brake chamber, causing air leaks. This can lead to the spring brake chamber separating from the service brake section, increasing stopping distance and crash risk.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 International HX, DuraStar, WorkStar, HV, LoneStar, LT, MV, and RH trucks, and IC Bus HC, CE, and RE vehicles with specific brake chambers. Drivers of these vehicles are most at risk if the brakes fail during normal operation.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2019 International truck or bus has long stroke brake chambers with spring actuated parking brakes. The recall started October 23, 2018, and affects specific vehicle models.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Navistar
Call 1-800-448-7825 to get free brake chamber replacements for affected vehicles.
Get Brake Chamber Replacement
Dealers will replace the brake chamber assemblies from the suspected lot at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake chamber assemblies from the suspected lot, free of charge. The recall began October 23, 2018. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 18512.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V597000 (July 9, 2018)
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