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1998-2002 International 4000, International 8000 and others recall: hub

International Truck & Engine Corporation reported this safety recall on May 21, 2003. It covers about 2,163 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,163
reported
May 21, 2003
owners notified
Nov 12, 2003

Suspension: front: hub

What is wrong
On certain heavy and medium duty trucks and buses equipped with truck hub units manufactured by skf exclusively for use on arvinmeritor's ff98x series non-drive steer axles, the hub unit bearings can wear prematurely.
Risk
Seizure of the bearings can cause wheel separation or wheel end fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all front axle hubs. Owner notification began on november 12, 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 03V193000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 03V193000

Is there a recall on the 1998-2002 International 4000, International 8000 and others hub?

Yes. Recall 03V193000, reported on May 21, 2003, covers about 2,163 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 03V193000?

Dealers will replace all front axle hubs. Owner notification began on november 12, 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.

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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