2003-2006 International 9100I, International 9200I and others recall: cables

International Truck & Engine Corporation reported this safety recall on June 24, 2005. It covers about 49,607 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 49,607
reported: Jun 24, 2005
owners notified: Jul 22, 2005
related complaints: 1

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables

What is wrong: On certain 4x2 and 6x4 heavy duty trucks, the positive battery cable between the batteries and the starter may rub against an electrical ground cable between the starter and frame rail.
Risk: This chafing could cause an electrical short and/or fire.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if any chafing has occurred between positive and negative cables. If there is no evidence of chafing, then a saddle clamp will be installed to ensure cables will not rub. If there is evidence of chafing, the damaged cables will be replaced and the swivel saddle clamp installed. The recall began on august 22, 2005. Owners may contact international at 1‑800‑448‑7825.

Recall number 05V296000

Affected vehicles

International 9100I 2003-2006 2003 2004 2005 2006
International 9200I 2003-2006 2003 2004 2005 2006
International 9400I 2003-2006 2003 2004 2005 2006
International 9900I 2003-2006 2003 2004 2005 2006

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 1 complaints about electrical problems.

2003 International 9100I 2004 International 9100I 2005 International 9100I 2006 International 9100I 2003 International 9200I 2004 International 9200I 2005 International 9200I 2006 International 9200I 2003 International 9400I 2004 International 9400I 2005 International 9400I 2006 International 9400I

Questions about recall 05V296000

Is there a recall on the 2003-2006 International 9100I, International 9200I and others cables?

Yes. Recall 05V296000, reported on June 24, 2005, covers about 49,607 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 05V296000?

Dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if any chafing has occurred between positive and negative cables. If there is no evidence of chafing, then a saddle clamp will be installed to ensure cables will not rub. If there is evidence of chafing, the damaged cables will be replaced and the swivel saddle clamp installed. The recall began on august 22, 2005. Owners may 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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