2003 International 9000 recalls and problems
The 2003 International 9000 has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any International dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2003 International 9000 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2003 International 9000 recalls
Recall 03V-165: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with caterpillar engines, a single bank type exhaust clamp was installed on the tail pipes instead of a double band type clamp.
Risk: The single band clamp loses its clamping ability while under normal driving conditions causing the tail pipe to loosen and potentially fall off of the vehicle. The pipe could come off without warning and get into the path of other vehicles on the highway possibly resulting in properly damage, personal injury, or death.
Fix: Dealers will replace the single band clamps with double band clamps. Owner notification began may 3, 2003. 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 02V-241: Service Brakes, Air
Problem: On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with bendix tc-7 trailer control hand-operated valve with push-to-connect fittings. The delivery port in the valve body may be partially blocked due to a problem during the moding process.
Risk: Such blockage may slow the delivery and exhaust of air to and from the trailer brakes when they are operated by this hand-operated trailer control valve.
Fix: International will replace the hand-operated control valves. Owner notification began december 31, 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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 International 9000 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2003 International 9000: 03V-165 (engine and engine cooling), 02V-241 (service brakes, air). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are International recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized International dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.