NHTSA Recall 03V192000
NHTSA Campaign Id 03V192000; Date: May. 21, 2003
This could result in a total loss of steering control. This could result in property damage, personal injury, or a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2003 International 8600
Component: Steering:linkages
Manufactured by: International Truck & Engine Corporation
Affected Units:: 711
Recall Summary:
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with dana spicer e-12021 12,000 lb. , e-1202w 12,000 lb. , or e-1002w 10,000 lb. Front non-drive steer axles, the tapered bore that connects the drag link to the steering was machined too large. The clearance between a correctly sized drag link ball stud and the oversized tapered bore is sufficiently great enough to allow the drag link ball stud to fatigue and brake, or allow the castle nut to back itself off and cause the drag link to disconnect.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the steering knuckle assembly and drag link if necessary. Owner notification began June 20, 2003. 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:
International recall no. 03509. Customers can also 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: Jun 20, 2003
Also see: