NHTSA Campaign Id 02V241002; Date: Sep. 20, 2002
Such blockage may slow the delivery and exhaust of air to and from the trailer brakes when they are operated by this hand-operated trailer control valve.
Recalled Vehicles:2002 International 2000; 2003 International 2000; 2002 International 4000; 2003 International 4000; 2002 International 5000; 2003 International 5000; 2002 International 7000; 2003 International 7000; 2002 International 8000; 2003 International 8000; 2002 International 9000; 2003 International 9000
Component: Service Brakes, Air:supply:check Valve
Manufactured by: International Truck And Engine
Affected Units:: 3,156
Recall Summary:On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with bendix tc-7 trailer control hand-operated valve with push-to-connect fittings. The delivery port in the valve body may be partially blocked due to a problem during the moding process.
How to Fix:International will replace the hand-operated control valves. Owner notification began December 31, 2002. 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 at 1-800-448-7825.
Recall Notes:Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 31, 2002
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