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2005 International Re recalls

There are 2 safety recalls on record for the 2005 International Re, covering 366 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Service brakes, airReported October 26, 2004 · 76 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Certain 2005 my international re school buses manufactured between april 1 and june 16, 2004 which fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, air brake systems. Two check valves may not have been installed on the air tanks to isolate the primary and secondary air circuits. A leak or failure of either circuit may cause the spring brakes to automatically actuate without warning.
Risk
This may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
International will notify its customers and install two check valves free of charge. The recall began november 8, 2004. 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 04V507000 · Recall details

Engine and engine coolingReported August 13, 2004 · 290 vehicles affected
What is wrong
International 2005 my re school buses built from march 3 through august 5, 2004. The high-pressure supply hose from the power steering pump to the steering gear may chafe against the positive stud on the starter solenoid. The engine electrical harness, containing the positive cable from the alternator, may be pinched between the engine and the bus body. An optional oil pressure switch may have been damaged during manufacturing, causing a leak to form.
Risk
Any of these conditions listed may cause or contribute to a potential fire in the engine bay, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Remedy
International has provided its dealers with parts and instructions to make the interim repair by 8/13/04 at no charge to the customers. With the interim notice your international dealer will perform an inspection and repair procedure, however, the final remedy has not been determined. Customers will receive another safety recall notice informing them that the final remedy is available. Owners who take their buses 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 800‑448‑7825.

Recall number 04V400000 · Recall details

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How many recalls does the 2005 International Re have?

2, covering service brakes, air and engine and engine cooling.

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