2000 International Harvester 5000I recalls and problems
The 2000 International Harvester 5000I has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any International Harvester dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 International Harvester 5000I vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 International Harvester 5000I recalls
Recall 01V-250: Exterior Lighting
Problem: Vehicle description: in below freezing operating conditions, the air-pressure actuated brake light switch that is mounted outside the cab on the front cowl, on certain heavy duty trucks, may not activate during light to normal braking.
Risk: If the brake lights fail to come on, there will be no lights to indicate to following vehicles that the vehicle is decelerating, which could result in a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace all air brake stop lights switches. Owner notification began october 30, 2001. 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 01V-167: Suspension
Problem: Vehicle description: heavy duty 6x4 trucks equipped with chalmers 800 series suspension kits. These suspension kits may have insufficient penetration of the weld attaching the torque rod eye to the torque rod tube.
Risk: Failure of the weld could result in separation of the eye and tube, causing a lock of axle retention, which could result in loss of vehicle control.
Fix: Dealers will replace all chalmers fixed torque rods on these vehicles. All vehicles have been completed. 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 International Harvester 5000I have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2000 International Harvester 5000I: 01V-250 (exterior lighting), 01V-167 (suspension). 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.