2000 International Harvester 1000 recalls and problems
The 2000 International Harvester 1000 has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any International Harvester dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 International Harvester 1000 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 International Harvester 1000 recalls
Recall 02V-137: Wheels, Tires
Problem: Certain heavy duty trucks, truck tractors, and buses equipped with 195/75r22.5 tires mounted on 7.5 inch wide wheels fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." these tires and rims do not match.
Risk: Tires mounted on rims that are too narrow could experience a decrease in sidewall durability, and could also experience higher treadwear for tires mounted on the steering axle.
Fix: Dealers will install new rims of an acceptable width (8.25 - 9 9inches) for the 295/75r22.5 tire size. Owner notification began august 23, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
Recall 00V-246: Steering
Problem: Vehicle description: school and heavy duty trucks equipped with trw drag links. Each drag link assembly contains two 20-edl model ball socket assemblies. Certain of the ball-socket bearings have a below specification case depth and/or hardness which can lead to premature wear out of the socket.
Risk: This can lead to premature wear with possible separation of the ball stud from the socket, increasing the risk of loss of control of the vehicle.
Fix: Dealers will remove and replace affected drag links.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 International Harvester 1000 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 International Harvester 1000: 02V-137 (wheels, tires), 00V-246 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are International Harvester recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized International Harvester dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.