NHTSA Recall 04V306000
NHTSA Campaign Id 04V306000; Date: Jun. 30, 2004
This could cause an electrical short and/or fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2001 International 7300; 2002 International 7300; 2003 International 7300; 2004 International 7300; 2002 International 7400; 2003 International 7400; 2004 International 7400; 2001 International 7500; 2002 International 7500; 2003 International 7500; 2004 International 7500; 2002 International 7600; 2003 International 7600; 2004 International 7600; 2003 International 7700; 2004 International 7700; 2001 International 8500; 2002 International 8500; 2003 International 8500; 2004 International 8500; 2002 International 8600; 2003 International 8600; 2004 International 8600; 2000 International Harvester 4300; 2001 International Harvester 4300; 2000 International Harvester 4400; 2001 International Harvester 4400; 2001 International Harvester 7400
Component: Electrical System:battery:cables
Manufactured by: International Truck & Engine Corporation
Affected Units:: 18,545
Recall Summary:
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with International dt530, cummins, or caterpillar I-6 engines, the positive battery cable between the batteries and the starter may rub against an electrical ground cable between the starter and frame rail.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect for any chafing. If there is no evidence of chafing, a saddle clamp will be installed. If there is evidence of chafing, the damaged cables will be replaced and the saddle clamp installed. The recall began on August 16, 2004. Owners should contact International at 1-800-448-7825.
Recall Notes:
International recall no. 04510. 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: Aug 16, 2004
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