2002-2007 International 9100, International 9200 and others recall: cables

International Truck & Engine Corporation reported this safety recall on January 29, 2007. It covers about 21,643 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 21,643
reported: Jan 29, 2007
owners notified: Apr 20, 2007

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

What is wrong: On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar c10, c11, c12, c13, c15 or c16 engines, the positive battery cables that supply power from the batteries to the starter may rub against an electrical ground cable between the engine and the starter, an electrical ground cable between the frame rail and the starter, or the frame rail itself.
Risk: This rubbing may cause an electrical short or a fire which can result in property damage, personal injury or death.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the battery cables to determine if any rubbing has occurred. New battery cables will be replaced as necessary. Dealers will also reroute the battery cables between the starter and battery box using new brackets. The recall began on april 20, 2007. Owners may contact international at 1‑800‑448‑7825.

Recall number 07V020000

Affected vehicles

International 9100 2002-2007 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
International 9200 2002-2007 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
International 9400 2002-2007 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007
International 9900 2002-2007 2002 2003 2004 2005 2006 2007

Questions about recall 07V020000

Is there a recall on the 2002-2007 International 9100, International 9200 and others cables?

Yes. Recall 07V020000, reported on January 29, 2007, covers about 21,643 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 07V020000?

Dealers will inspect the battery cables to determine if any rubbing has occurred. New battery cables will be replaced as necessary. Dealers will also reroute the battery cables between the starter and battery box using new brackets. The recall began on april 20, 2007. 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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