Defect Description For Recall
On Certain 4X4 Vehicles Equipped With A FABCo Tc-200 Transfer Case, An Excessive Front Drive Shaft Angle May Cause Accelerated Wear And Failure Of The Drive Shaft And Related Components.
Make Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL
Model Of Vehicle
4800
Year
2002
Recall Campaign Number
03V415000
Component Description
Power Train:Driveline:Driveshaft
Effect Of Defect
This Failure Can Cause The Front Drive Shaft To Become Separated From The Vehicle Without Warning And Fall Into The Path Of Other Vehicles On The Highway Resulting In Property Damage, Personal Injury, Or Death.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect And Replace The Existing Front Drive Shaft With A Double-Cardan Type Shaft. The Owners Will Be Notified Beginning On February 28, 2005, Concerning The Final Remedy For These Vehicles. Owners Should Contact International Truck At 1-800-448-7825. Interim Notices Were Mailed To Owners During December 2003. An Additional Interim Notice Was Mailed To Owners During July 2004, Advising Owners Of The Repair Procedures But No Parts Will Be Available Until December 2004.
Vehicle Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
19990630
End Of Manufacture
20020528
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
596
Date Owners Notified
20050225
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Date Report Received
20031022
Make Campaign Number
5501