WORKHORSE 2011 WORKHORSE W62 Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2011 WORKHORSE W62
Brand
WORKHORSE
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2011
Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain 2011 WORKHORSE W62 vehicles due to engine and engine cooling:exhaust system issues. A failure of the weld may allow hot exhaust gases to enter the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Workhorse W62 Commercial Chassis manufactured June 21, 2010, to October 2, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the weld joining the right hand side exhaust down pipe to the exhaust manifold may fatigue.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
A failure of the weld may allow hot exhaust gases to enter the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will install support brackets on the right and left hand exhaust down pipes and a catalyst spacer bar to prevent swaying. Any cracked down pipes will be replaced. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on November 17, 2014. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 61401-C.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026