3 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - PARKING BRAKE
Posted on: 2005-08-26
Description
Certain my 2005 through 2006 international heavy trucks and ic corp ce school buses manufactured between june 4, 2004, and march 31, 2005. The anchor bolt that is the pivot point for the driveline parking brake shoes may fatigue and break as a result of an incorrect surface treatment.
Consequence
If the bolt breaks, the park brake may not engage. This could cause the vehicle to roll away without warning and could result in a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Corrective Action
International recall no. 00518. International will notify owner and replace the affected anchor bolts free of charge. The recall began on october 14, 2005. Customers may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
Notes
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 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2005-06-27
Description
On certain 4x2 medium duty trucks, a longer front hydraulic brake hose was substituted for the shorter, correct length hose.
Consequence
This extra length may cause the wheel to rub through the brake hose. A hole in a brake hose can cause a loss of braking ability that could result in a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the front brake hoses and if a brake hose is the incorrect length, a new proper length hose will be installed. The recall began on june 24, 2005. Owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
Notes
International recall no. 05515.customers may also 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 #3 - EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Posted on: 2012-09-14
Description
Geo. Heiser body company, inc., (geo. Heiser body company) is recalling certain model year 2006 international and 2010-2013 fuso, hino, international, kenworth, and peterbilt vehicles equipped with sure power battery separator devices. These devices may overheat.
Consequence
Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.
Corrective Action
Geo. Heiser body company will notify owners and will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began on october 25, 2012. Owners may contact geo. Heiser body company at 1-206-622-7985.
Notes
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.