International Motors, Llc | NHTSA Recall #08V041000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V041000 by International Motors, Llc. Includes 4,360 affected units, HOOD SHOCK MOUNTING PIN SEPARATION, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain trucks, the retention system of the pin that attaches the hood travel limiting shock to the mounting bracket on top of the radiator may become disabled due to interference between it and the grab handle pocket of the hood. this could allow the pin to work out of the connection resulting in the hood separating from the shock.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the hood/hood travel limiting shock connection pin and pin retention system with a system that does not interfere with the hood grab handle pocket. the recall began on april 11, 2008. owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 08V041000

Manufacturer: International Motors, Llc

Report Received Date: 2008-01-28T00:00:00

Subject: Hood shock mounting pin separation

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 4,360

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 08501

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: On certain trucks, the retention system of the pin that attaches the hood travel limiting shock to the mounting bracket on top of the radiator may become disabled due to interference between it and the grab handle pocket of the hood. this could allow the pin to work out of the connection resulting in the hood separating from the shock.

Consequence Summary: With the vehicle in a stationary position, this condition may cause a situation where the individual opening the hood would have to manually support the weight of the hood without warning which could result in personal injury.

Corrective Action: Dealers will replace the hood/hood travel limiting shock connection pin and pin retention system with a system that does not interfere with the hood grab handle pocket. the recall began on april 11, 2008. owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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SID: row-2ynn~9in8.cx38

NHTSA ID: 08V041000

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Created At: 1742808662

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Updated At: 1742808662

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