NHTSA Recall 07V179000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V179000; Date: Apr. 24, 2007
A crack in the brake flange location of the rear axle housing may result in a wheel end lockup or wheel separation possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 International 4200; 2008 International 4200; 2007 International 4300; 2008 International 4300; 2007 International 4400; 2008 International 4400; 2007 International 7300; 2008 International 7300; 2007 International 7400; 2008 International 7400; 2007 International 7500; 2008 International 7500; 2007 International 8500; 2008 International 8500; 2007 International 8600; 2008 International 8600; 2007 International 9200I; 2008 International 9200I; 2007 International 9400I; 2008 International 9400I; 2007 International 9900I; 2008 International 9900I; 2007 International Prostar; 2008 International Prostar
Component: Suspension:rear:axle:non-powered Axle Assembly
Manufactured by: International Truck & Engine Corporation
Affected Units:: 1,172
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks, one or both rear axle housings may contain thinner material than what is necessary for normal vehicle operation. Over time, this thinner material may result in a fatigue failure of the rear axle housing, possibly in the location of the brake flange.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the vehicle's rear axles and, if necessary, replace the axle housings. The recall began on may 18, 2007. Owners may contact International at 1-800-448-7815.
Recall Notes:
International recall no. 07505. Customers may 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 18, 2007
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