Defect Description For Recall
International Is Recalling 330 My 2008-2009 4000 Series Trucks And 3000 Re, Fbc, And Sfc Buses. A Manufacturing Defect In The Subassembly Of The Front Axle Wheel Hubs Resulted In The Bearings Being Inadequately Lubricated. This Condition Could Cause The Front Axle Bearings To Overheat Which Can Result In Bearing Spalling, Seizing, Or Related Damage.
Make Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL
Model Of Vehicle
3000 RE
Year
2009
Recall Campaign Number
08V146000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Wheel Bearing
Effect Of Defect
Such Damage May Result In Wheel Lockup Or Front Wheel Separation On The Highway With Little Or No Warning To The Driver, Which Could Result In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Front Axle Bearings And, If Necessary, Replace And/Or Properly Lubricate The Bearings. The Recall Began On May 23, 2008. Owners May Contact International At 1-800-448-7825.
Vehicle Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20071203
End Of Manufacture
20080125
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
330
Date Owners Notified
20080523
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Date Report Received
20080326
Make Campaign Number
8504