NHTSA Recall 07V499000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V499000; Date: Oct. 25, 2007
This condition may cause an electrical short or a fire, which can result in property damage, personal injury or death.
Recalled Vehicles:
2007 International MXT; 2008 International MXT
Component: Electrical System:battery:cables
Manufactured by: International Truck & Engine Corporation
Affected Units:: 27
Recall Summary:
On certain trucks, the positive battery cables that supply power from the batteries to the starter may be routed near the engine's exhaust manifold. The excess heat generated by the manifold can cause the cable's insulation to melt, exposing bare wire.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the battery cables and replace them if necessary and reroute them away from the engine exhaust manifold free of charge. The recall began on February 22, 2008. Owners may contact International at 1-800-448-7825.
Recall Notes:
International recall no. 07514. 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: Feb 22, 2008
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