1994 International Harvester 4700 Problems: 1 Complaint, 2 Recalls

The worst 1994 International Harvester 4700 problems

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Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedalReported October 7, 1994 · 6,449 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The base of the electronic accelerator pedal is made of die cast aluminum. The base mounts directly to the cab firewall. The cab firewall is not rigid enough or flat enough at the mounting surface, causing stress on the accelerator base that will cause the mounting pads on the base of the pedal assembly to fail and totally separate from the firewall.
Risk: This can cause loss of speed control, driver distraction, and result in an accident.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the accelerator pedal assembly and install a plate between the accelerator mounting base and the firewall on those units where the base is not broken and has no visible signs of a crack. If the base is broken or cracked, the accelerator assembly will be replaced with a new redesigned accelerator pedal assembly.

Recall number 94V196000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engine: gasoline: turbo/superchargerReported August 2, 1994 · 373 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Four compression backplate retaining fasteners on the turbo-charger were torqued only hand tight. This allows the fasteners to loosen, and causes oil to leak into the compressor air side of the turbo-charger which, when coupled with the heat precipitated by the compressor and the mixing action of the compressor wheel, can result in an air/oil mixture that fuels the engine.
Risk: When this occurs, engine run-on and subsequent loss of operator control via the normal throttle mechanism can occur, which could result in a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Replace the suspect turbo-charger with a new turbo-charger.

Recall number 94V144000 · Recall details

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Filed Jun 12, 1995 · Fuel system · FL · fire

Truck caught fire on passenger side. Owner is aware of others with same result of fire. Please describe details. Tt

Is the 1994 International Harvester 4700 reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 1994 International Harvester 4700, fewer than a typical 4700 model year.

What is the most common problem with the 1994 International Harvester 4700?

Fuel and propulsion system, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 1994 International Harvester 4700 have?

2 recalls, covering vehicle speed control and engine and engine cooling.

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