Recalls for your 1998 International Harvester 4700

Recalls for 1998 International Harvester 4700

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DEFECT #1 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE


Posted on: 2002-09-06
Description
On certain medium and heavy duty trucks, a brass fitting connects the double check valve to the brake relay valve.  With certain inputs to the vehicle, the weight of the check valve on the fitting can cause the assembly to resonate.  The subject vibration can cause excessive strain levels in the fitting, which could eventually fatigue and fail.

Consequence
If the fitting breaks, the rear service brakes will cease to operate without warning, resulting in an extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will install a kit to remount the double check valve with a flexible hose on the majority of vehicles.  On a small number of units with clearance issues or traction control, a kit with a new relay valve that has a built-in double check valve will be installed.  Owner notification began september 11, 2002.  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 international at 1-800-448-7825.

Notes
Also, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #2 - SEATS


Posted on: 2003-03-17
Description
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with bostrom driver seat models 910, 910sc, or 914 and international's parking brake code 04036, if someone outside the cab adjusts/slides the driver's seat to its most forward position, with the parking brake set, the seat will contact and release the parking brake lever.  

Consequence
If the parking brake is accidentally released, the vehicle could move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will install a stop-bracket on the seat track to limit the travel of the seat so that the seat cannot release the parking brake lever.  Owner notification began on march 31, 2003.  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 international at 1-800-448-7825.  

Notes
International recall no.  03503.(previously 01503)customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR


Posted on: 2003-04-22
Description
On certain heavy duty trucks, a brass fitting connects the double check valve to the brake relay valve.  With certain inputs to the vehicle, the weight of the check valve on the fitting can cause the assembly to resonate.  The subject vibration can cause excessive strain levels in the fitting, which could eventually fatigue and fail.  

Consequence
If the fitting breaks, the rear service brakes will cease to operate without warning, resulting in an extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.  

Corrective Action
Dealers will install a kit to remount the double check valve with a flexible hose on the majority of vehicles.  On a small number of units with clearance issues or traction control, a kit with a new relay valve that has a built-in double check valve will be installed.  Owner notification began on april 18, 2003.  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 international at 1-800-448-7825.  

Notes
International recall no.02506.  Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).