NHTSA Recall 07V180000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V180000; Date: Apr. 24, 2007
If this pre-heater is energized while maintenance is being performed on the fuel filter, diesel fuel could ignite within the filter housing. A fire within the fuel filter housing may spread possibly resulting in property damage or personal injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 International 7600; 2008 International 7600; 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: Diesel Fuel System
Manufactured by: International Truck & Engine Corporation
Affected Units:: 700
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks equipped with davco fuel pro 382 heated fuel filters, when the key is in the 'on' position, the pre-heater, located in the fuel filter base, is energized.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the fuel filters and fuel heaters and, if necessary, will replace the fuel heater. The recall began on may 11, 2007. Owners may contact International at 1-800-448-7825.
Recall Notes:
International recall no. 07506. 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 11, 2007
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