Brake Disc Caliper problems of the 1998 International 4700

One problem related to brake disc caliper has been reported for the 1998 International 4700. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failure Date: 10/01/2005

The contact owns a 1998 International 4700. While driving 25 mph, the contact noticed flames coming from the front passenger side of the vehicle. The dealer stated that the cause of the fire was friction, which resulted from the brakes being jammed by rust. The dealer replaced the front rotor, calipers, and brake shoes. Approximately six months later, the contact noticed flames coming from the rear passenger side of the vehicle. The dealer stated that the vehicle had hydraulic brakes, which caused the fire, when it should have had air brakes. The dealer replaced the rear brake shoes. The contact was not sure if anything else was replaced. The engine size was unknown. The current mileage is 45,000 and failure mileage was 35,000.




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