Table 1 shows two common vehicle speed control related problems of the 2001 International 4700.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Cruise Control problems | |
| Vehicle Speed Control problems |
The contact owns a 2001 International 4700lp series box truck. While driving with the cruise control activated, the contact noticed that all the gauges on the instrument panel would stop functioning when the vehicle drove over a bump in the road. The odometer also did not indicate the amount of miles traveled. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealership but was offered no assistance. The current and failure mileages were unknown. Updated 07/26/10. The consumer stated the speedometer was not working, as well as the fuel gauge, temp, oil and odometer. Updated 09/28/10.
Right rear hydraulic brake caliper failed. The right rear brake caliper failed to release properly and resulted in a fire. The consumer was transporting a bulldozer at the time. All rear brakes and calipers were replaced. While transporting a backhoe, the right front caliper failed to release properly and resulted in a near loss of control. The there was an occasion where the axle had broken on the vehicle while in motion. (unexpectedly) the vehicle also accelerated on it's own on several occasions and was repaired twice to correct the problem.