NHTSA Campaign Id 07V227000; Date: Jun. 5, 2007
An unexpected starting of the diesel engine/generator unit, when the protective cover is removed and maintenance is being performed, may result in personal injury.
Recalled Vehicles:2007 International 9200I; 2007 International 9400I; 2007 International 9900I; 2007 International 9900IX
Component: Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator
Manufactured by: International Truck & Engine Corporation
Affected Units:: 12
Recall Summary:On certain trucks, the diesel engine/generator unit can be started remotely by a person in the truck cab while its protective cover is removed; and under certain conditions the engine may re-start after the emergency fuel cutoff is used to shut down the unit.
How to Fix:Dealers will update the auxiliary power system with a new electronic control unit containing programming to prevent diesel engine/generator operation while its protective cover is removed. New warning labels will be installed on the diesel engine/generator unit and cover. Orange conduit will be installed on all high voltage power cables. The recall began on June 29, 2007. Owners may contact International at 1-800-448-7825.
Recall Notes:International recall no. 07507. 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: Jun 29, 2007
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