NHTSA recall 03V263000
Service brakes, air › Slack adjusters
International 9900I and 1 more
Reported Jul 28, 200343 vehicles affectedINTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATIONMaker’s number 03512Built Jul 18, 2002 – Jun 18, 2003
The defect
On certain heavy duty trucks, the drag link will interfere with the front, driver's side, brake chamber and slack adjuster. this interference could cause damage to the slack adjuster and render it inoperable.
The risk
An inoperable slack adjuster will cause the front brakes to wear unevenly and may eventually cause a vehicle crash.
The remedy
Dealers will replace the pitman arms, drag links, and steering arms. owner notification began november 12, 2003. owners should contact international at 1-800-448-7825.