Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Trucks, One Or Both Rear Axle Housings May Contain Thinner Material Than What Is Necessary For Normal Vehicle Operation. Over Time, This Thinner Material May Result In A Fatigue Failure Of The Rear Axle Housing, Possibly In The Location Of The Brake Flange.
Make Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL
Model Of Vehicle
9900I
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
07V179000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear:Axle:Non-Powered Axle Assembly
Effect Of Defect
A Crack In The Brake Flange Location Of The Rear Axle Housing May Result In A Wheel End Lockup Or Wheel Separation Possibly Resulting In Property Damage, Personal Injury, Or Death.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Inspect The Vehicle’S Rear Axles And, If Necessary, Replace The Axle Housings. The Recall Began On May 18, 2007. Owners May Contact International At 1-800-448-7815.
Vehicle Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20061115
End Of Manufacture
20070219
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1172
Date Owners Notified
20070518
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Date Report Received
20070424
Make Campaign Number
7505