NHTSA Recall 05V523000
NHTSA Campaign Id 05V523000; Date: Nov. 16, 2005
Step tread separation while a person is entering or exiting the cab, may result in properly damage or personal injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2005 International CF500; 2006 International CF500; 2005 International CF600; 2006 International CF600
Component: Structure
Manufactured by: International Truck & Engine Corporation
Affected Units:: 989
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks, the cab entry steps were manufactured incorrectly causing them to have lower material strength properties than designed. These lower material strength properties can allow the step tread to fracture and separate from the vehicle under normal usage.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install reinforced metal brackets on both cab entry step platforms. The recall began on December 2, 2005. Owners may contact International at 1-800-448-7825.
Recall Notes:
International recall no. 05s21. Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Dec 2, 2005
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