Fontaine Modification: Safety Recalls in 2013

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 2 safety recalls made by Fontaine Modification in 2013. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.

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October 17, 2013

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Heat from Exhaust Diffuser may result in Fire

Fontaine Modification (Fontaine) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Volvo VAH vehicles modified with upward facing exhaust diffusers for use as auto-haulers. In the affected vehicles, heat from the exhaust may transfer to the roof of the truck cab and/or the vehicles above the cab.

NHTSA ID: 13V497000

Component: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

# of Units Affected: 206

Consequence Summary:

Excessive heat could result in a fire.

Corrective Action:

Fontaine will notify owners and dealers will replace the diffuser with one of a different shape and design, free of charge. Owners may contact Fontaine at 1-800-366-8246.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

Completion Rate (%): 50

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February 8, 2013

(Campaign #: NR (Not Reported))

Steering Cross Shaft Assembly may Detach

Fontaine Modification is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 Navistar International 4300, 4400, 7300, 7400, and 7500 trucks; manufactured January 1, 2011 through January 9, 2013 and were modified to be able to be steered from either front seat. Certain steering assembly retaining clips may not be completely engaged, resulting in the clips coming loose.

NHTSA ID: 13V042000

Component:

# of Units Affected: 811

Consequence Summary:

Without a retaining clip, the steering may feel "loose" and be unresponsive which may increase steering difficulty and the likelihood of a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action:

Fontaine will notify owners and dealers will inspect each truck's steering cross shaft assembly. Any that are found defective will have the complete steering cross shaft assembly replaced, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2013. Owners may contact Fontaine at 1-800-366-8246.

Park Outside Advisory: No

Do not Drive Advisory: No

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