NHTSA Recall 96V174000
NHTSA Campaign Id 96V174000; Date: Sep. 13, 1996
Should the anti-lock braking system (abs) wiring be crossed, it would result in a significant degradation in vehicle stopping distance. A signal would be sent to the wrong brake chamber when a brake imbalance is detected. This condition increases the risk of a vehicle accident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1992 International Harvester 3600; 1993 International Harvester 3600; 1994 International Harvester 3600; 1995 International Harvester 3600; 1996 International Harvester 3600; 1992 International Harvester 3800; 1993 International Harvester 3800; 1994 International Harvester 3800; 1995 International Harvester 3800; 1996 International Harvester 3800; 1992 International Harvester 3900; 1993 International Harvester 3900; 1994 International Harvester 3900; 1995 International Harvester 3900; 1996 International Harvester 3900
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock
Manufactured by: International Truck And Engine
Affected Units:: 580
Recall Summary:
The wiring from the electronic control unit was connected to the wrong wheel sensor or to the wrong brake modulator valve. It is possible that either or both wiring may have occurred at either the front or rear axle or both axles.
How to Fix:
Dealers will inspect the abs wiring and, if necessary, properly connect.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin October 8, 1996. Note:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Oct 1, 1996
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