Safety Recall NHTSA · 96V154000 Reported August 20, 1996

Navistar/steering; column.

International Truck & Engine Corporation · Steering · 215 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
96V154000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Component
Steering
Vehicles Affected
215
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 20, 1996

Defect Summary

The steering column used was incorrectly manufactured. the tube portion of the steering column has a welded end with a specified length of 5.5 inches. a 3.5 inch welded end was used by mistake. with the shorter end, it is possible there is insufficient engagement of the male end into the tube portion and separation of the column could occur.

Safety Consequence

Should the column separate, the operator would lose steering control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the incorrectly built steering column with a new correctly built steering column.

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 Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 96V154000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 96V154000

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

What is recall 96V154000?

NHTSA recall 96V154000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on August 20, 1996. It addresses: Navistar/steering; column.. The recall affects approximately 215 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 96V154000 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.