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2008 International 9400I problems

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Owner complaints
0
Recalls
3
Service bulletins
88

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Recalls 3

Engine and engine coolingReported October 5, 2009 · 9,527 vehicles affected
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

Suspension: rear: axle: non-powered axle assemblyReported April 24, 2007 · 1,172 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain trucks, one or both rear axle housings may contain thinner material than what is necessary for normal vehicle operation. Over time, this thinner material may result in a fatigue failure of the rear axle housing, possibly in the location of the brake flange.
Risk
A crack in the brake flange location of the rear axle housing may result in a wheel end lockup or wheel separation possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicle's rear axles and, if necessary, replace the axle housings. The recall began on may 18, 2007. Owners may contact international at 1‑800‑448‑7815.

Recall number 07V179000 · Recall details

Fuel system, dieselReported April 24, 2007 · 700 vehicles affected
What is wrong
On certain trucks equipped with davco fuel pro 382 heated fuel filters, when the key is in the 'on' position, the pre-heater, located in the fuel filter base, is energized.
Risk
If this pre-heater is energized while maintenance is being performed on the fuel filter, diesel fuel could ignite within the filter housing. A fire within the fuel filter housing may spread possibly resulting in property damage or personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel filters and fuel heaters and, if necessary, will replace the fuel heater. The recall began on may 11, 2007. Owners may contact international at 1‑800‑448‑7825.

Recall number 07V180000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2008 International 9400I 88

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3 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling, suspension and fuel system, diesel.

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