NHTSA recall 04V415000
Service brakes, air
International 9200I and 2 more
Reported Aug 25, 2004238 vehicles affectedINTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATIONMaker’s number 04515Built Jul 26, 2004 – Jul 29, 2004
The defect
On certain trucks, only eight (8) bolts were installed in the brake group connection to the rear axles. the brake group, an assembly that includes the brake shoes, air chambers, slack adjusters, and spider, ir normally attached to the axle housing with nine (9) bolts.
The risk
The structural integrity of the brake group IS questionable. this may result in the loss of braking ability on the rear axles without warning, which could result in a crash.
The remedy
Dealers will inspect and install the additional bolt if necessary. this recall began during september 2004. owners should contact international at 1-800-448-7825.