International 1552 (2003) – 04V269000

Defect Description For Recall

On Certain School Buses And Truck Model Vehicles Manufactured Between February 28, 1999, Through April 5, 2004, The Anti-Lock Brake System Electronic Control Unit (Ecu) May Misinterpret A Corrupt Wheel Speed Signal.

Make Of Vehicle

INTERNATIONAL

Model Of Vehicle

1552

Year

2003

Recall Campaign Number

04V269000

Component Description

Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Wheel Speed Sensor

Effect Of Defect

The Corrupt Wheel Speed Signals May Improperly Activate The Abs, Instead Of DeActivating The Abs. This May Result In The Driver Experiencing A Hard Pedal Feel And A Decrease In Deceleration At The End Of The Stop, Resulting In Extended Stopping Distances Which Could Cause A Vehicle Crash, Possibly Resulting In Property Damage, Personal Injury, Or Death.

Fix Defect

International Will Notify Its Customers And Inspect And Repair The Affected Vehicles Free Of Charge. The Recall Began August 1, 2004. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact International Customer Service At 1-800-327-4236.

Vehicle Manufacturer

International Truck & Engine Corporation

Start Of Manufacture

19990228

End Of Manufacture

20040325

Type Of Vehicle Recall

V

Number Affected

81883

Date Owners Notified

20040802

Initiated By

Mfr

Responsible Manufacturer

Navistar, Inc.

Date Report Received

20040603

Make Campaign Number

04507/04508

Part Number

Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard