NHTSA Recall 08V146000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V146000; Date: Mar. 26, 2008
Such damage may result in wheel lockup or front wheel separation on the highway with little or no warning to the driver, which could result in a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 International 3000 Re; 2009 International 3000 Re; 2008 International 4000; 2009 International 4000; 2008 International FBC; 2009 International FBC; 2008 International SFC; 2009 International SFC
Component: Suspension:front:wheel Bearing
Manufactured by: International Truck & Engine Corporation
Affected Units:: 330
Recall Summary:
International is recalling 330 my 2008-2009 4000 series trucks and 3000 re, fbc, and sfc buses. A manufacturing defect in the subassembly of the front axle wheel hubs resulted in the bearings being inadequately lubricated. This condition could cause the front axle bearings to overheat which can result in bearing spalling, seizing, or related damage.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the front axle bearings and, if necessary, replace and/or properly lubricate the bearings. The recall began on may 23, 2008. Owners may contact International at 1-800-448-7825.
Recall Notes:
International recall no. 08504. 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: May 23, 2008
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