Recall 06V-189: 2004–2006 IC BE, 2004–2006 IC CE and 4 more
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on Jun 2, 2006, covering about 9,823 vehicles.
The problem
Certain my 2004 through 2007 ce and be school buses and 1300 and 3300 model vehicle chassis manufactured by ic corporation between march 17, 2004, and may 15, 2006. The park brake system may activate while the vehicle is under normal operation. Although the vehicle is brought to a stop, the activation may occur without warning or input from the driver and may strand the vehicle in an active lane. The spring applied, hydraulic release (Sahr) park brake actuator could experience a hydraulic lock condition that will not allow the park brake to apply.
The risk
Should the park brake activate and strand the vehicle, it may contribute to a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death. Should the park brake not apply, a vehicle roll away can occur and may result in a crash, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
The fix
Dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The recall began july 7, 2006. Owners may contact ic corporation at 800-322-2884 or owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
Notes
International recall no. 06504.customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Parking Brake |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 06V189000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| IC BE | 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| IC CE | 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| IC Bus BE | 2007 | All years |
| IC Bus CE | 2007 | All years |
| International 1300FBC | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 | All years |
| International 3300 | 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 | 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 06V-189?
Certain my 2004 through 2007 ce and be school buses and 1300 and 3300 model vehicle chassis manufactured by ic corporation between march 17, 2004, and may 15, 2006. The park brake system may activate while the vehicle is under normal operation. Although the vehicle is brought to a stop, the activation may occur without warning or input from the driver and may strand the vehicle in an active lane. The spring applied, hydraulic release (Sahr) park brake actuator could experience a hydraulic lock condition that will not allow the park brake to apply.
How is recall 06V-189 fixed?
Dealers will repair the buses free of charge. The recall began july 7, 2006. Owners may contact ic corporation at 800-322-2884 or owners may 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.