Defect Description For Recall
On Certain School Buses And Truck Model Vehicles Manufactured Between February 28, 1999, Through April 5, 2004, The Anti-Lock Brake System Electronic Control Unit (Ecu) May Misinterpret A Corrupt Wheel Speed Signal.
Make Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER
Model Of Vehicle
4700
Year
2000
Recall Campaign Number
04V269000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Wheel Speed Sensor
Effect Of Defect
The Corrupt Wheel Speed Signals May Improperly Activate The Abs, Instead Of DeActivating The Abs. This May Result In The Driver Experiencing A Hard Pedal Feel And A Decrease In Deceleration At The End Of The Stop, Resulting In Extended Stopping Distances Which Could Cause A Vehicle Crash, Possibly Resulting In Property Damage, Personal Injury, Or Death.
Fix Defect
International Will Notify Its Customers And Inspect And Repair The Affected Vehicles Free Of Charge. The Recall Began August 1, 2004. Owners Who Take Their Vehicles To An Authorized Dealer On An Agreed Upon Service Date And Do Not Receive The Free Remedy Within A Reasonable Time Should Contact International Customer Service At 1-800-327-4236.
Vehicle Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Start Of Manufacture
19990228
End Of Manufacture
20040325
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
81883
Date Owners Notified
20040802
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Date Report Received
20040603
Make Campaign Number
04507/04508