Headlight connector wiring
Defect Summary
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2012 and 2013 international workstar trucks manufactured from november 15, 2010, through march 6, 2012, and equipped with headlights in the bumper. the headlight beam circuit and the ground circuit are switched at the headlight connector. the switched circuits affects the headlights wattage, resulting in the bumper headlight being dimmer than allowed by federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment."
Safety Consequence
A driver's reduced visibility or the trucks reduced visibility due to inadequate headlight wattage, may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. the safety recall began on april 23, 2012. owners may contact navistar at 1-260-461-1890.
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FAQ: Recall 12V114000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V114000?
NHTSA recall 12V114000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on March 22, 2012. It addresses: Headlight connector wiring. The recall affects approximately 286 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V114000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12506. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.