Recall 07V-314: 2006–2008 International 5900I, 2006–2008 International 7400 and 4 more
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION recall for parking brake, reported to NHTSA on Jul 24, 2007, covering about 10,882 vehicles.
The problem
On certain 6x4 or 6x6 trucks with air brakes or tractors with air brakes and equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
The risk
This could delay or failure in applying the parking brakes which could result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
International is working with bendix to repair these vehicles (Please see 07e-037). Bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. The recall began on september 28, 2007. Owners may contact bendix at 440-329-9000 and international at 1-800-448-7825.
Notes
International recall no. 07511.customers may 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
| Manufacturer | INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION |
|---|---|
| Component | Parking Brake |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V314000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| International 5900I | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| International 7400 | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| International 7500 | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| International 7600 | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| International 7700 | 2006, 2007, 2008 | All years |
| International 8600 | 2006, 2007, 2008 | 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 07V-314?
On certain 6x4 or 6x6 trucks with air brakes or tractors with air brakes and equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
How is recall 07V-314 fixed?
International is working with bendix to repair these vehicles (Please see 07e-037). Bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. The recall began on september 28, 2007. Owners may contact bendix at 440-329-9000 and 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.