Suspension Problems of International 4700

International 4700 owners have reported 3 suspension related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 3 most common suspension problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's suspension noise (1 problem). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's rear suspension axle (1 problem). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.

Table 1. Suspension related problems of International 4700


Recently reported Suspension problems of International 4700

The Suspension Noise problem

Complained of knocking sound on passenger side from purchase date. Dealer unable to find problem. Could only hear it while vehicle in motion. Sounded like hammer tapping on passenger floor. Passenger side suspension came apart while vehicle traveling on hwy.   Read details...

The Rear Suspension Axle problem

The rear suspension was replaced two times, and the third time, the rear axle fell onto the street. At the time a patient along with paramedic(s) were in the rear. (ambulance truck) the parking brake is unsafe, because it is an automatic transmission, it has two neutrals and no lock-unsafe. Scc   Read details...

The Suspension problem

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.   Read details...




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