2006 International 8000 recalls
There are 3 safety recalls on record for the 2006 International 8000, covering 55,073 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.
All recalls
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
Wheels
- What is wrong
- On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks equipped with accuride aluminum wheels, the wheels were not properly pre-stressed. This allows cracks to develop over time.
- Risk
- This may eventually lead to wheel failure and possibly result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the wheels free of charge. The recall began on may 13, 2005. Owners may contact international at 1‑800‑448‑7825.
Recall number 05V186000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2006 International 8000 recalls
How do I check if my 2006 International 8000 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 2006 International 8000 have?
3, covering electrical system, service brakes, air and wheels.
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