Recall 03V-062: 1997–2002 International 1652, 1997–2003 International 3200 and 23 more
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Feb 25, 2003, covering about 35,074 vehicles.
The problem
On certain school and transit buses built with bosch zero offset pin slide (Zops) hydraulic disc brakes, the zops hydraulic disc brakes may experience calipers sticking in the applied position, which can result in excessive or abnormal heat generation at one or more of the brakes.
The risk
The combination of the following factors may collectively result in an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety: potential fire at a wheel end, high incident rates of stuck calipers, and evacuation and containment concerns relating to multiple passengers.
The fix
International will notify its customers and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began october 29, 2004.
Notes
International recall no. 03502/04501.customers 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
| Manufacturer | INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 03V062000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| International 1652 | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| International 3200 | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| International 3400 | 1997, 1998, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| International 3600 | 1997, 1998, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| International 3800 | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| International 4200 | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| International 4300 | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2002 | All years |
| International 4400 | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2002 | All years |
| International 4700 4X2 | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| International 4700 LP | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| International 4700 LPX | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2001, 2002 | All years |
| International CE | 1997, 1998, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| International Fe | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| International RE | 2002, 2003 | All years |
| International Harvester 3400 | 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| International Harvester 3600 | 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| International Harvester 3800 | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| International Harvester 4300 | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| International Harvester 4400 | 2000, 2001 | All years |
| International Harvester 4700 4X2 | 2000 | All years |
| International Harvester 4700 LP | 2000 | All years |
| International Harvester 4700 LPX | 2000 | All years |
| International Harvester CE | 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| International Harvester Fe | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 | All years |
| International Harvester RE | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 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 03V-062?
On certain school and transit buses built with bosch zero offset pin slide (Zops) hydraulic disc brakes, the zops hydraulic disc brakes may experience calipers sticking in the applied position, which can result in excessive or abnormal heat generation at one or more of the brakes.
How is recall 03V-062 fixed?
International will notify its customers and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began october 29, 2004.
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.