International Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #02V265000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V265000 by International Motors, Llc. Includes 2,129 affected units, INTERNATIONAL/STEERING SHAFT, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain heavy duty trucks, the joint between the lower portion of the steering column and the upper end of the intermediate steering shaft may have a missing or loose pinch bolt. this condition could also occur at the lower end of the intermediate steering shaft at the steering gear connection.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect both ends of the shaft to ensure the pinch bolt is installed and/or properly torqued. if the bolt and nut are missing, a new bolt, nut, and washer will be installed. owner notification is expected to begin during september 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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V265000

Manufacturer: International Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2002-09-25T00:00:00

Subject: International/steering shaft

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 2,129

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain heavy duty trucks, the joint between the lower portion of the steering column and the upper end of the intermediate steering shaft may have a missing or loose pinch bolt. this condition could also occur at the lower end of the intermediate steering shaft at the steering gear connection.

Consequence Summary: If a pinch bolt is missing or vibrates loose, the shaft could separate from the steering column or steering gear, and /or allow slippage between the joined shafts, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect both ends of the shaft to ensure the pinch bolt is installed and/or properly torqued. if the bolt and nut are missing, a new bolt, nut, and washer will be installed. owner notification is expected to begin during september 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-6kxs~5zrg~7y7i

NHTSA ID: 02V265000

Position: N/A

Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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