NHTSA recall 04V307000
Electrical system › Wiring › Front underhood
International 9200I and 2 more
Reported Jun 30, 20047,610 vehicles affectedINTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATIONMaker’s number 04511Built Jun 2, 2002 – Jan 13, 2004
The defect
On certain heavy duty trucks, the engine electrical harness can chafe against sharp edges on the engine.
The risk
Sudden acceleration, activation of the engine compression brake, engine speed dropping to idle, alternator overload with possible fire, and a loss of engine ecm power resulting in engine shutdown could occur without warning.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect the harness to determine if it IS damaged. if damaged, the engine harness will be repaired. all harnesses will be re-routed and stand-off brackets will be added. the recall began on september 8, 2004. owners can contact international at 1-800-448-7825.