Recall 04V482000: 2002–2003 International 9200 and 2 other models

Report received

Oct 7, 2004

Manufacturer

International truck & engine…

Potentially affected

20vehicles

Model years

2002–2003

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

On certain heavy duty trucks,the lower tie rod arms on certain axles were not induction hardened as required by international's specification.

Possible consequence

Without the induction hardening process being performed, the tie rod arm may fatigue during the expected life of the vehicle. A fatigue failure of the tie rod arm may result in a loss of vehicle steering control that can possibly result in a vehicle crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the lower tie rod arms. The recall began on november 19, 2004. Owners should contact international truck and engine at 1-800-448-7825.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 2002 International 92000 complaints
• 2003 International 92000 complaints
• 2002 International 94000 complaints
• 2003 International 94000 complaints
• 2002 International 99000 complaints
• 2003 International 99000 complaints