International Truck & Engine Corporation | NHTSA Recall #04V306000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 04V306000 by International Truck & Engine Corporation. Includes 18,545 affected units, INTERNATIONAL/BATTERY CABLE, component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with international dt530, cummins, or caterpillar i-6 engines, the positive battery cable between the batteries and the starter may rub against an electrical ground cable between the starter and frame rail.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect for any chafing. if there is no evidence of chafing, a saddle clamp will be installed. if there is evidence of chafing, the damaged cables will be replaced and the saddle clamp installed. the recall began on august 16, 2004. owners should contact international at 1-800-448-7825.