NHTSA Recall 06V077000
NHTSA Campaign Id 06V077000; Date: Mar. 17, 2006
If melting of the hose occurs, engine oil could spray upward onto the surface of the turbocharger housing possibly causing smoke or a fire. This may lead to property damage, personal injury or death.
Recalled Vehicles:
2006 International 9400I
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:cooling System:hose
Manufactured by: International Truck & Engine Corporation
Affected Units:: 133
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks, the hose connecting the engine block to the frame is routed near the engine's turbocharger. Heat from the turbocharger may cause the hose to melt.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the hose free of charge with a higher thermal resistance and a kevlar reflective heat wrap will be installed over the new hose. The recall began on may 25, 2006. Owners may contact International at 1-800-448-7825.
Recall Notes:
International recall no. 06502. 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: May 25, 2006
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