2005 International 5500I recalls
There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 2005 International 5500I, covering 9,652 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
Engine and engine cooling
- What is wrong
- Navistar is recalling certain model year 2003 through 2008 heavy trucks manufactured between april 1, 2003 and december 21, 2007, equipped with caterpillar c15 engines. The variable valve actuation (vva) oil line may wear against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
- Risk
- An oil leak could result in a fire.
- Remedy
- Navistar is working with caterpillar to repair the engines free of charge. Please see 09e-020. The safety recall began on october 23, 2009. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1‑800‑447‑4986 or navistar at 1‑260‑461‑1890.
Recall number 09V386000 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: webbing
- What is wrong
- On certain heavy duty truck/tractors equipped with sears atlas series 35, 70, or 80 driver's seats, when the seats are in their lowest, most rearward adjusted position, they may chafe the seat belt tether that connects from the seat to the back of the cab.
- Risk
- This chafing may eventually cut through the tether, thus weakening the effectiveness of the seat belt assembly in a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury or death.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the vehicles for suspect seat codes and will replace the existing 12" seat tethers with new 13.5" tethers. The recall began on october 7, 2005. Owners may contact international at 1‑800‑448‑7825.
Recall number 05V448000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2005 International 5500I recalls
How do I check if my 2005 International 5500I has an open recall?
Enter your VIN in the VIN decoder on this page to see the recalls for your exact model and year, then confirm with any dealer of the brand or the manufacturer, who can tell you whether the repair was already done on your car.
Do I have to pay for a recall repair?
No. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer of the brand, even if the car is out of warranty or you are not the first owner.
How many recalls does the 2005 International 5500I have?
2, covering engine and engine cooling and seat belts.
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