Safety Recall NHTSA · 18V598000 Reported September 7, 2018

Improperly crimped brake chamber

International Motors, Llc · N/A · 777 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
18V598000
Manufacturer Campaign
18513
Manufacturer
International Motors, Llc
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
777
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 7, 2018
Completion Rate
82.75

Defect Summary

Navistar, inc. (navistar) is recalling certain 2019 ic bus ce and re school buses equipped with long stroke brake chambers and spring actuated parking brakes. The spring actuated parking brake may be improperly crimped to the long stroke service brake chamber, causing a service brake air leak and the possible separation of the spring brake chamber from the service brake section.

Safety Consequence

If there is an air leak or separation of the spring brake chamber, it can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake chamber assembly, free of charge. the recall began october 23, 2018. owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. navistar's number for this recall is 18513.

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 18V598000 or campaign 18513.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 18V598000

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

What is recall 18V598000?

NHTSA recall 18V598000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on September 7, 2018. It addresses: Improperly crimped brake chamber. The recall affects approximately 777 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 18V598000 or the manufacturer campaign number 18513. 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.