Recall 09V-386: 2003–2008 International 5500I, 2003–2008 International 5600I and 4 more

NAVISTAR, INC recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Oct 5, 2009, covering about 9,527 vehicles.

NHTSA number
09V-386
Report date
Oct 5, 2009
Vehicles affected
9,527
Owners notified
Oct 13, 2009

The problem

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2003 through 2008 heavy trucks manufactured between april 1, 2003 and december 21, 2007, equipped with caterpillar c15 engines. The variable valve actuation (Vva) oil line may wear against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.

The risk

An oil leak could result in a fire.

The fix

Navistar is working with caterpillar to repair the engines free of charge. Please see 09e-020. The safety recall began on october 23, 2009. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or navistar at 1-260-461-1890.

Notes

Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerNAVISTAR, INC
ComponentEngine and Engine Cooling
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number09V386000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
International 5500I2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All years
International 5600I2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All years
International 5900I2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All years
International 9200I2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All years
International 9400I2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All years
International 9900I2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008All 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 09V-386?

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2003 through 2008 heavy trucks manufactured between april 1, 2003 and december 21, 2007, equipped with caterpillar c15 engines. The variable valve actuation (Vva) oil line may wear against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.

How is recall 09V-386 fixed?

Navistar is working with caterpillar to repair the engines free of charge. Please see 09e-020. The safety recall began on october 23, 2009. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or navistar at 1-260-461-1890.

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.