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2002 International 4300 and International 4400 recall: steering

International Truck And Engine reported this safety recall on November 15, 2001. It covers about 558 vehicles.

vehicles affected
558
reported
Nov 15, 2001
owners notified
Dec 17, 2001

Steering

What is wrong
Vehicle description: trucks. An incorrect grade 5 flange-nut was installed in place of a grade 8 nut and flat washer on the yoke pinch bolt that holds the connection between the lower end of the I-shaft and the steering gear.
Risk
If the pinch bolt nut experiences thread stripping, the yoke connection of the steering shaft to the steering gear box could fail and possibly result in loss of steering control.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the grade 5 pinch bolt nut with the correct grade 8 nut and washer on all vehicles. Owner notification began december 17, 2001. 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 01V353000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 01V353000

Is there a recall on the 2002 International 4300 and International 4400 steering?

Yes. Recall 01V353000, reported on November 15, 2001, covers about 558 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 01V353000?

Dealers will replace the grade 5 pinch bolt nut with the correct grade 8 nut and washer on all vehicles. Owner notification began december 17, 2001. 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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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