Recall 02V-094: 2002 International 4200, 2002 International 4300 and 1 more

INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Mar 22, 2002, covering about 338 vehicles.

NHTSA number
02V-094
Report date
Mar 22, 2002
Vehicles affected
338
Owners notified
Apr 15, 2002

The problem

Certain trucks equipped with engine starters (Code 08wwn or 08wwp) built by leece-neville. These starters have a defective terminal adapter stud. The stud is used only at the positive battery connection to the starter solenoid. It was designed to be screwed on over the existing stud to increase the stud diameter to accommodate the larger size of the positive battery cable terminal. The adapter stud was weakened when the hole was drilled too deep.

The risk

This could lead to a direct electrical short to the batteries. If the stud breaks off, the positive battery cable could short directly to ground, which can generate heat and sparks causing a fire.

The fix

Dealers will replace the adapter stud. Owner notification began april 15, 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.

Notes

Consumers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerINTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE
ComponentElectrical System › Starter Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number02V094000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
International 42002002All years
International 43002002All years
International 44002002All 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 02V-094?

Certain trucks equipped with engine starters (Code 08wwn or 08wwp) built by leece-neville. These starters have a defective terminal adapter stud. The stud is used only at the positive battery connection to the starter solenoid. It was designed to be screwed on over the existing stud to increase the stud diameter to accommodate the larger size of the positive battery cable terminal. The adapter stud was weakened when the hole was drilled too deep.

How is recall 02V-094 fixed?

Dealers will replace the adapter stud. Owner notification began april 15, 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.

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.