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Campaign 12V052 Posted February 13, 2012 17,867 units

2011-2013 International Recall 12V052: Air Brake Valve

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 2, 2026

Recall 12V052 covers 17,867 2011-2013 International trucks and buses for Bendix relay valve leaks. Temporary repair is free at franchised International dealers.

International is recalling 17,867 2011-2013 Durastar, Prostar, Workstar, and other trucks and IC Bus models because Bendix ATR-6 traction relay valves can leak internally in extreme cold. The leak can apply the brakes continuously, overheat them, raise the risk of fire or loss of control, and leave following drivers without brake-light warning; the dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The Bendix ATR-6 traction relay valve is part of the air brake system on affected 2011-2013 International trucks and buses. In normal braking, this valve helps route compressed air so the primary and secondary brakes receive pressure only when the system calls for brake application. It is supposed to control air flow, then release that pressure when braking ends.

On these vehicles, extremely cold conditions can cause internal leakage inside the relay valve. That leak sends air pressure to the affected primary or secondary brakes even when the driver is not asking for braking. The result is continuous brake application, which means the brakes stay applied instead of releasing normally.

There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or driver can notice the problem only after the brakes begin staying applied, especially during or after operation in extreme cold.

Who's affected?

Covers International truck models and IC Bus models across the 2011, 2012, and 2013 model years, all tied to the brake-system check valve.

2012 International 9200 brake system
2012 Ic Bus Ce-C brake system
2013 Ic Bus Ce-C brake system
2011 International 9800 brake system
2012 International 9800 brake system
Units affected17,867

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.

What's the safety risk?

Unexpected continuous brake application can overheat the brakes and lead to a fire. It can also make the driver lose control, increasing crash risk, and brake lights can fail to warn traffic behind you. Schedule the recall repair soon and drive cautiously until complete. Repair will be free at any franchised International dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2011-2013 International 9200, Ce-C, 9800, Paystar, 9400, 9900, Iccb, Lonestar, Prostar, Durastar, Workstar, or Transtar is included in this recall.
  2. Contact a franchised International dealer to ask whether the temporary repair or final Bendix remedy is open for your VIN.
  3. Reference recall number 12V052 when you call the dealer.
  4. Schedule the Bendix ATR-6 traction relay valve service that addresses continuous brake application in cold conditions.
  5. Drive cautiously until the repair is complete. If the brakes drag, overheat, or apply without warning, stop driving and ask the dealer about towing.

What happens at the repair

At the dealer, an International technician provides the temporary repair for the Bendix ATR-6 traction relay valves while Bendix develops a permanent remedy. The source repair text does not describe the temporary repair step by step, so the service desk should confirm exactly what will be done before the vehicle is released. The temporary service is free under the recall. Once the permanent remedy is available, the final dealer repair will be free as well.

Timeline

February 13, 2012 NHTSA published the recall
April 10, 2012 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 12V052?

Recall 12V052 covers 17,867 2011-2013 International vehicles equipped with Bendix ATR-6 traction relay valves. In extremely cold conditions, internal leakage can cause continuous brake application. International dealers provided a temporary repair for free while Bendix developed a permanent remedy.

What should I do if my 2011-2013 International vehicle is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 12V052. If it is, contact a franchised International dealer and ask for the brake relay valve recall repair. Reference recall number 12V052 when you call. The service is free.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and International's remedy states that dealers will perform this service free of charge. The safety recall began on April 10, 2012.

What is the safety risk?

The risk is unexpected continuous brake application. The brakes can overheat and lead to a fire, or the driver can lose control of the vehicle. The brakes can also apply without brake lights, leaving other drivers without proper warning.

What if I bought this International vehicle used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether the vehicle is included, then call a franchised International dealer and reference recall number 12V052.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/12V052000
International customer service1-800-448-7825
NHTSA recall #12V052
NHTSA recall # (full)12V052000

Source documents

This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →