Recall 01V-291: 2001 International Harvester 5000I, 2001 International Harvester 9000I
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE recall for steering, reported to NHTSA on Sep 10, 2001, covering about 242 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The steering shafts may have a defective or mis-located weld that could fail.
The risk
This condition could cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the lower steering shaft. Owner notification began september 17, 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.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Component | Steering › Steering Wheel/Handle Bar |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V291000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| International Harvester 5000I | 2001 | All years |
| International Harvester 9000I | 2001 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 01V-291?
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The steering shafts may have a defective or mis-located weld that could fail.
How is recall 01V-291 fixed?
Dealers will replace the lower steering shaft. Owner notification began september 17, 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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.