International Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #03V192000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 03V192000 by International Motors, Llc. Includes 711 affected units, INTERNATIONAL/STEER AXLES, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with dana spicer e-12021 12,000 lb., e-1202w 12,000 lb., or e-1002w 10,000 lb. Front non-drive steer axles, the tapered bore that connects the drag link to the steering was machined too large. the clearance between a correctly sized drag link ball stud and the oversized tapered bore is sufficiently great enough to allow the drag link ball stud to fatigue and brake, or allow the castle nut to back itself off and cause the drag link to disconnect.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the steering knuckle assembly and drag link if necessary. owner notification began june 20, 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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 03V192000

Manufacturer: International Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2003-05-21T00:00:00

Subject: International/steer axles

Component: Steering

Potentially Affected Units: 711

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 03509

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with dana spicer e-12021 12,000 lb., e-1202w 12,000 lb., or e-1002w 10,000 lb. Front non-drive steer axles, the tapered bore that connects the drag link to the steering was machined too large. the clearance between a correctly sized drag link ball stud and the oversized tapered bore is sufficiently great enough to allow the drag link ball stud to fatigue and brake, or allow the castle nut to back itself off and cause the drag link to disconnect.

Consequence Summary: This could result in a total loss of steering control. this could result in property damage, personal injury, or a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the steering knuckle assembly and drag link if necessary. owner notification began june 20, 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-8wcj_pmqy-yxu3

NHTSA ID: 03V192000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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