NHTSA Recall 98V068000
NHTSA Campaign Id 98V068000; Date: Mar. 25, 1998
If the compressor discharge line fails, the air system could be depleted and cause the parking brakes to apply. This condition can cause the vehicle to slow down or stop unexpectedly, causing a vehicle crash which could result in property damage and/or personal injury.
Recalled Vehicles:
1997 Navistar 9100; 1998 Navistar 9100; 1997 Navistar 9200; 1998 Navistar 9200
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:engine
Manufactured by: International Truck And Engine
Affected Units:: 1,190
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with caterpillar c-10 or c-12 engines. A bracket or p-clamp at the rear of the engine that supports the compressor discharge line was omitted.
How to Fix:
Dealers will install p-clamps and a bracket at the rear of the engine.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification is expected to begin April 28, 1998. 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 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 28, 1998
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