Safety Recall NHTSA · 17V580000 Reported September 20, 2017

Tie rod may loosen

International Motors, Llc · N/A · 160 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
17V580000
Manufacturer Campaign
17508
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
160
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 20, 2017
Completion Rate
86.88

Defect Summary

Navistar, inc. (navistar) is recalling certain 2016 ic bus ce school buses equipped with certain spicer d or e series steer axles. the castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.

Safety Consequence

If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on november 8, 2017. owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590. navistar's number for this recall is 17508.

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 17V580000 or campaign 17508.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
View Official NHTSA Notice →
Related

Similar Recalls

Other recalls from International Motors, Llc or involving N/A.

FAQ: Recall 17V580000

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

What is recall 17V580000?

NHTSA recall 17V580000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on September 20, 2017. It addresses: Tie rod may loosen. The recall affects approximately 160 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 17V580000 or the manufacturer campaign number 17508. 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.