Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Heavy Duty Trucks, The Drag Link Will Interfere With The Front, Driver’S Side, Brake Chamber And Slack Adjuster. This Interference Could Cause Damage To The Slack Adjuster And Render It Inoperable.
Make Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL
Model Of Vehicle
9900IX
Year
2003
Recall Campaign Number
03V263000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Slack Adjusters
Effect Of Defect
An Inoperable Slack Adjuster Will Cause The Front Brakes To Wear Unevenly And May Eventually Cause A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The Pitman Arms, Drag Links, And Steering Arms. Owner Notification Began November 12, 2003. Owners Should Contact International At 1-800-448-7825.
Vehicle Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
20020718
End Of Manufacture
20030618
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
43
Date Owners Notified
20031112
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Date Report Received
20030728
Make Campaign Number
3512