Safety Recall NHTSA · 13V512000 Reported October 17, 2013

No warning for low brake fluid level

International Motors, Llc · N/A · 2,016 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
13V512000
Manufacturer Campaign
51302-C
Manufacturer
International Motors, Llc
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
2,016
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
October 17, 2013
Completion Rate
90.87

Defect Summary

Navistar, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2012 workhorse custom chassis w42 and w62 vehicles, manufactured from july 13, 2012, through october 12, 2012, and equipped with hydraulic brakes. in the affected vehicles, the brake fluid level indicator (fli) may not properly detect a low brake fluid level situation and warn the driver.

Safety Consequence

Without a warning, the driver may be unaware that the brake fluid level is low. a low brake fluid level may reduce the available braking force which could lengthen the required stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Navistar has notified owners, and dealers will replace the fli switch free of charge. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825. navistar's recall campaign number is 51302-c.

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 13V512000 or campaign 51302-C.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 13V512000

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

What is recall 13V512000?

NHTSA recall 13V512000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on October 17, 2013. It addresses: No warning for low brake fluid level. The recall affects approximately 2,016 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 13V512000 or the manufacturer campaign number 51302-C. 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.