Recall 06V-384: 2007 International 5500I, 2007 International 5600I and 5 more

INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Oct 11, 2006, covering about 87 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-384
Report date
Oct 11, 2006
Vehicles affected
87
Owners notified
Oct 6, 2006

The problem

On certain trucks equipped with chalmers rear suspensions, the adjustable torque rod end castings may be brittle. A brittle rod end casting may fracture without warning, causing the vehicles' rear axles to become misaligned.

The risk

This misalignment can cause the vehicle to lose directional stability at speeds that may result in a vehicle crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if they were manufactured with a suspect torque rod end. If a suspect torque rod end is found, the entire torque rod will be replaced. The recall began on october 6, 2006. Owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.

Notes

International recall no. 06509.customers can also 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

ManufacturerINTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION
ComponentSuspension
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number06V384000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
International 5500I2007All years
International 5600I2007All years
International 5900I2007All years
International 74002007All years
International 75002007All years
International 76002007All years
International 77002007All 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-384?

On certain trucks equipped with chalmers rear suspensions, the adjustable torque rod end castings may be brittle. A brittle rod end casting may fracture without warning, causing the vehicles' rear axles to become misaligned.

How is recall 06V-384 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if they were manufactured with a suspect torque rod end. If a suspect torque rod end is found, the entire torque rod will be replaced. The recall began on october 6, 2006. 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.