Defect Description For Recall
The Pressure Relief Valve Was Omitted In The Air Tank. The Air Tank Is The Reservoir For The Air Suspension And Is Not Brake Related. Without The Pressure Relief Valve, There Is No Back-Up System To Limit Air Pressure In The Air Suspension System.
Make Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER
Model Of Vehicle
4900
Year
1991
Recall Campaign Number
93V092000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear:Springs:Air Suspension System
Effect Of Defect
Lack Of A Back-Up System To Limit Air Pressure Build Upcan Cause Excessive Pressure In The Air Tank And Can Cause The Tank To Rupture.This Can Result In Personal Injury To Anyone In The Vicinity.
Fix Defect
Install A Pressure Relief Valve In The Air Tank.
Vehicle Manufacturer
International Truck And Engine
Start Of Manufacture
19900101
End Of Manufacture
19930301
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
193
Date Owners Notified
19930601
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Date Report Received
19930521