2002 International 9900I Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2002 International 9900I problems

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Electrical system: wiring: front underhoodReported June 30, 2004 · 7,610 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain heavy duty trucks, the engine electrical harness can chafe against sharp edges on the engine.
Risk: Sudden acceleration, activation of the engine compression brake, engine speed dropping to idle, alternator overload with possible fire, and a loss of engine ECM power resulting in engine shutdown could occur without warning.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the harness to determine if it is damaged. If damaged, the engine harness will be repaired. All harnesses will be re-routed and stand-off brackets will be added. The recall began on september 8, 2004. Owners can contact international at 1‑800‑448‑7825.

Recall number 04V307000 · Recall details

Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailerReported February 27, 2004 · 83,312 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain conventional trucks equipped with pro-sleeper berths, water intrusion can be found in the bunk control panel area and pool in the tops of the dome light, tv/vcr, and or refrigerator power switches.
Risk: The circuit boards in the switches could heat up , possibly produce a flame or fire, and cause property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy: Dealers will install a water shield over the back of the entire bunk control panel. Owner notification began on july 16, 2004. Owners should contact international at 1‑800‑448‑7825.

Recall number 04V100000 · Recall details

Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulatorReported March 6, 2003 · 881 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain heavy duty trucks built with a detroit engine and a leece neville alternator. The electrical terminal at the alternator end of the cable that runs from the starter to the battery stud on the alternator may break off, due to vibration in the cable.
Risk: If the terminal breaks off, the cab will lose all power, resulting in complete electrical failure and engine shutdown, which may result in a crash and potentially cause property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy: Dealers will reroute and rewire the wiring harness to the alternator. Owner notification began on march 13, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact international at 1‑800‑448‑7825.

Recall number 03V072000 · Recall details

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

Is the 2002 International 9900I reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2002 International 9900I.

What is the most common problem with the 2002 International 9900I?

There are not enough complaints to tell.

How many recalls does the 2002 International 9900I have?

3 recalls, covering electrical system and equipment.

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