Navistar/suspension
Defect Summary
The equalizing beam shaft of the tandem axle suspension were manufactured from as-rolled sae4140 steel rather than the specified annealed sae4140. these shafts can fracture inside the beam at the toe of the weld.
Safety Consequence
Vehicles are subject to vehicle tilt and possible rollover in the event that both equalizing beams, on the same side of the vehicle, experience a simultaneous shaft failure. affected suspensions can also drop and contact the road surface generating sparks which could ignite flammable material.
Corrective Action
Owner notification is being conducted by neway anchorlok. dealers will inspect and replace all suspension suspension beams with suspension beams containing appropriate shafts.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from International Truck & Engine Corporation or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 96V124004
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 96V124004?
NHTSA recall 96V124004 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on August 1, 1996. It addresses: Navistar/suspension. The recall affects approximately 21 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 96V124004 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.