Tl*the contact owns a 2006 international 4000. The body of the vehicle shifts with or without weight being applied. As a result, the contact cannot place anything heavy on the vehicle, and it has nearly flipped over several times at various speeds. He paid the dealer $2,000 to repair the vehicle, but the failure persists. The failure is due to how the body is attached to the frame. The current mileage was 31,000 and failure mileage was 280.
The worst 2006 International 4000 problems
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Recalls 2
Electrical system
- What is wrong
- Navistar is recalling 51,588 heavy trucks, commercial buses and school buses manufactured between november 21, 2000 and may 21, 2008, equipped with one or more remote power modules. The potting material that encapsulates the circuit board of the vehicle's remote power module may not sufficiently seal the circuit board from water and contamination intrusion. If the encapsulation is compromised, water and contaminants may cause an internal electrical short, possibly resulting in a fire.
- Risk
- A fire could cause personal injury or death.
- Remedy
- Navistar will notify owners and repair the vehicles free of charge. The recall began on july 10, 2008. Owners may contact navistar at 1‑280‑461‑1890.
Recall number 08V258000 · Recall details
Service brakes, air: controls: foot control/valve
- What is wrong
- On certain chassis, trucks, and tractors equipped with air brakes, the push rod that connects the brake pedal to the brake valve was manufactured incorrectly and could break under certain loading conditions.
- Risk
- If this push rod breaks while a vehicle is in operation, a partial loss of service braking may be experienced. This could result in a vehicle crash without warning.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the push rods free of charge. The recall began on june 3, 2005. Owners may contact international at 1‑800‑448‑7825.
Recall number 05V241000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2006 International 4000 86
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This article provides guidance to dealership personnel, Technical Services personnel, Dealer Service...
- This tool is designed to compare Diamond Logic feature data across multiple vehicle configuration files
- Engine replacements for all International engines will need to follow this procedure.
- This document will guide the user through a step-by-step procedure for detecting water leaks in vehicle...
- This document will guide the user through understanding Prop Shaft Codes and understanding the variations...
- In some geographic areas, ambient temperatures reaching below 15°F (-10 °C), including high levels of...
- Title: Service Portal iKNow Feedback Case Types Applies To: All
- Title: Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures Applies To: All Vehicles
- Title: A/C Refrigerant and Oil Capacities Applies To: All current models
- Title: Fan belt replacement guidelines for frayed edges Applies To: All Models
What 2006 International 4000 owners say
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Is the 2006 International 4000 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2006 International 4000, close to a typical 4000 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2006 International 4000?
Body and structure, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2006 International 4000 have?
2 recalls, covering electrical system and service brakes, air.
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