NHTSA Campaign Id 97V119000; Date: Jul. 29, 1997
Should the abs wiring be crossed, it would result in a significant degradation in braking stability. A signal would be sent to the wrong brake chamber when a brake imbalance is detected increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Recalled Vehicles:1997 Navistar 9200; 1997 Navistar 9300; 1997 Navistar 9400
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:antilock
Manufactured by: International Truck And Engine
Affected Units:: 89
Recall Summary:Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with antilock brake system (abs). The wiring from the electronic control unit was connected to the wrong wheel sensor.
How to Fix:Dealers will inspect the abs wiring and properly connect the wires, if necessary.
Recall Notes:Note:owner notification will begin August 26, 1997. 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: Aug 26, 1997
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