Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trucks Built With Iros Rear Air Suspension Systems, Four Rear Suspension Fasteners May Not Be Tightened Sufficiently. This Hardware Connects The Main Support Members Of The Rear Suspension To The Hanger Brackets.
Make Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL
Model Of Vehicle
4400
Year
2005
Recall Campaign Number
04V508000
Component Description
Suspension:Front:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Hanger,Bracket
Effect Of Defect
This ConneCTIon Could Fail If The Nuts Worked Their Way Loose Or Off, Or The Bolts Broke From Fatigue. A Failure Of These Fasteners Could Result In Separation Of The Main Support From The Hanger Bracket Possibly Resulting In A Sudden Loss Of Control Of The Vehicle, Which Could Result In A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace All Four Bolts And Tighten The Bolts Properly. The Recall Began On November 5, 2004. Owners Should Contact International At 1-800-448-7825.
Vehicle Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20040823
End Of Manufacture
20041001
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
703
Date Owners Notified
20041105
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Date Report Received
20041027
Make Campaign Number
4520