NHTSA Recall 06V231000
NHTSA Campaign Id 06V231000; Date: Jun. 28, 2006
The delayed parking brake application can occur without warning, leading to unintended vehicle rollaway increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 International 4400; 2007 International 7400; 2007 International 7500; 2007 International 7600; 2007 International 7700
Component: Parking Brake:conventional:air
Manufactured by: International Truck & Engine Corporation
Affected Units:: 1,401
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks equipped with sr-7 bendix brake valves, the check valve inside the valve cavity may not properly set, causing internal air leakage. If the check valve does not properly seat, the resulting leakage can cause a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after operator pulls the dash valve button.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the valves and replace it free of charge. The recall began on July 21, 2006. Owners may contact International at 1-800-448-7825.
Recall Notes:
International recall no. 06506. Customers can 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: Jul 21, 2006
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