Accelerator position sensor may cause high idle
Defect Summary
Navistar, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 international prostar and durastar trucks manufactured april 26, 2012, to april 4, 2013, workstar trucks manufactured april 27, 2012, to march 29, 2013, lonestar trucks manufactured may 21, 2012, to april 2, 2013, and transtar trucks manufactured april 30, 2012, to march 25, 2013. in the affected vehicles, the accelerator pedal position sensor can move and result in a high engine idle.
Safety Consequence
A high engine idle may make downshifting the transmission difficult and the engine brake may be disabled. these factors may hinder slowing down the truck when descending a long grade, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the electronic control module (ecm) to allow it to recognize that the pedal is at the idle position, free of charge. the recall began on january 19, 2016. owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. navistar's number for this recall is 15517.
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FAQ: Recall 15V776000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V776000?
NHTSA recall 15V776000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on November 20, 2015. It addresses: Accelerator position sensor may cause high idle. The recall affects approximately 15,730 vehicles, with the defect involving the Vehicle Speed Control component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V776000 or the manufacturer campaign number 15517. 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.