Recalls for 2007 International 8500

DEFECT #1 - SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

Posted on: 2007-04-25
Description
On certain trucks, one or both rear axle housings may contain thinner material than what is necessary for normal vehicle operation.  Over time, this thinner material may result in a fatigue failure of the rear axle housing, possibly in the location of the brake flange.

Consequence
A crack in the brake flange location of the rear axle housing may result in a wheel end lockup or wheel separation possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.

Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the vehicle's rear axles and, if necessary, replace the axle housings.  The recall began on may 18, 2007.  Owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7815.

Notes
International recall no.  07505.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

DEFECT #2 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

Posted on: 2008-02-27
Description
International is recalling 34,993 my 2006-2008 school and transit buses and heavy duty trucks/tractors manufactured between june 1, 2006 and june 28, 2007, equipped with international dt466 or dt570 engines.  The base plate of the engine oil cooler may crack allowing pressurized oil to leak into the engine compartment.  

Consequence
This condition may cause either engine shut down without warning, or in extreme cases, possible engine fire which can lead to property damage, personal injury, or death.

Corrective Action
International will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge.  The recall began on november 21, 2008.  Owners may contact international at 800-448-7825.

Notes
International recall no.  08502.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.