Safety Recall NHTSA · 12V283000 Reported June 20, 2012

Windshields and backlight glass

International Motors, Llc · Visibility · 1,298 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
12V283000
Manufacturer Campaign
12519
Component
Visibility
Vehicles Affected
1,298
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
June 20, 2012

Defect Summary

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2013 international durastar trucks, manufactured from february 12, 2012, through march 19, 2012, equipped with cab codes 16030 or 16aak. the windshield and backlight glass on these vehicles were installed without primer seal application. over time, this may cause separation from the cab.

Safety Consequence

Without the proper bond, the windshield and/or backlight glass could separate from the cab, resulting in increased risk of personal injury or death.

Corrective Action

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the windshield and backlight glass on affected vehicles, free of charge. The safety recall began on july 18, 2012. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 12V283000 or campaign 12519.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 12V283000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 12V283000?

NHTSA recall 12V283000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on June 20, 2012. It addresses: Windshields and backlight glass. The recall affects approximately 1,298 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V283000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12519. 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.