NHTSA recall 02V095000
Steering › Linkages › Drag › Link › Connection
International 4200 and 2 more
Reported Mar 22, 2002155 vehicles affectedINTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINEMaker’s number 02504Built Jan 25, 2002 – Jan 31, 2002
The defect
On certain trucks, the cotter pin that goes through the drag link ball stud at the connection to the pitman arm IS missing. this pin prevents the castle nut from loosening.
The risk
If the nut loosens and comes completely off the drag link ball stud, the drag link could detach resulting in a loss of steering control.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicle and install a cotter pin if it IS missing. owner notification began april 15, 2002. 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.