Positive alternator cable/engine fire
Defect Summary
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2010 through 2013 paystar, workstar, transtar, and prostar, and model year 2012 and 2013 lonestar commercial trucks manufactured from june 1, 2009, through april 4, 2012, equipped with a maxxforce 11 or 13 engine (feature code 12uxj or 12uxh) and with bosch alternator feature codes 08ggn, 08ggr, 08ghg, or 08ghh. the alternator cable may rub on the high pressure power steering hose, possibly chafing its insulation and causing an electrical short.
Safety Consequence
An electrical short may cause a vehicle fire possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Corrective Action
Navistar will install a standoff bracket and improve harness routing to better route the alternator wires away from the power steering hose. the safety recall began on july 16, 2012. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
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FAQ: Recall 12V196000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 12V196000?
NHTSA recall 12V196000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on May 2, 2012. It addresses: Positive alternator cable/engine fire. The recall affects approximately 19,264 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 12V196000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12515. 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.