International Harvester Ic 2001

Model Ic made in 2001 by International Harvester got 4 recalls as well as 1 service bulletin. Technical service bulletines regarding (pws). There were some recalls concerningseats and service brakes, air.

Model 2001

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SEATS
01V269000AMERICAN TRANSPORTATION CORP.from 03/01/2000 to 05/31/2001V (Vehicle)369410/23/2001ODIINTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION08/26/200109/04/2001
Defect SummaryVehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with 39-inch flip seats. the flip seats could bind in the occupied position and not return to the stored position when not occupied. the cushion frame support bar slides off the seat support pad, which could retain the seat in the occupied position.
Consequence SummaryThe seat could block the aisle to the emergency exit during an emergency, which may result in injury or death.
Corrective SummaryOwners will be provided with instructions and parts to repair the seats free of charge. owner notification began october 23, 2001. owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact amtran at 800-843-5615.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - CONTROLS
01V022000INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINEfrom 03/20/2000 to 12/04/2000V (Vehicle)95702/19/2001MFRINTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION02/01/200102/07/2001
Defect SummaryVehicle description: stripped chassis and commercial buses and school buses equipped with hydraulic brakes and automatic transmissions. the misalignment of the brake pedal can cause delayed brake light activation during light braking applications.
Consequence SummaryIf the brake lights do not activate properly, other drivers would not be aware of the brake application, which could lead to a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install a new brake pedal. owner notification began february 19, 2001. 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.
NotesAlso contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - SUPPLY - CHECK VALVE
02V135001INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINEfrom 08/12/1997 to 02/07/2002V (Vehicle)3895508/30/2002MFRINTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION05/20/200208/28/2002
Defect SummaryOn certain transit and school buses, 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 SummaryIf 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 SummaryDealers will install a kit to remount the double check valve with a flexible hose on the amjority 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 august 30, 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.
NotesAlso, customers can contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
TIRES
02V137000INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINEfrom 01/01/1986 to 01/16/2001V (Vehicle)80108/16/2002MFRINTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION05/10/200205/20/2002571120
Defect SummaryCertain heavy duty trucks, truck tractors, and buses equipped with 195/75r22.5 tires mounted on 7.5 inch wide wheels fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars. these tires and rims do not match.
Consequence SummaryTires mounted on rims that are too narrow could experience a decrease in sidewall durability, and could also experience higher treadwear for tires mounted on the steering axle.
Corrective SummaryDealers will install new rims of an acceptable width (8.25 - 9 9inches) for the 295/75r22.5 tire size. owner notification began august 23, 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.
NotesCustomers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
(PWS)
IK-040008806/04/201210044291International: procedure information to resolve issue of overheating and smoking of low mileage, single wheel end brake. *pe06/06/2012