1990 International 3700
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
4 recalls name the 1990 International 3700. Newest first.
These buses have a turn signal lever that will not operate consistently in the lane change mode if the lever IS not moved to the position where resistance to movement IS felt.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Should the rear signal lamps not flash when a lane change was being made, it could result in a vehicle following the bus to collide with the bus increasing the risk of personal injury and/or property damage.
Remedy
Operators will be mailed information concerning the proper method of using turn signals. a decal will also be provided to be placed on the instrument panel of each bus.
The wire end of the hand throttle cable passes through a split plastic grommet in the accelerator rod. This wire can work through the slot in the grommet and become lodged between the grommet and the edge of the hole in the accelerator rod.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the throttle wire becomes lodged, the accelerator can stick and not return to idle position potentially affecting the operator's ability to control the vehicle and increasing the potential for an accident.
Remedy
Dealers will repair buses by installing a new cable grommet without a slot; install a new cable stop; and readjust the throttle cable.
The fuel system failed the crash barrier test.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The fuel tank was punctured, resulting in fluid lossgreater than allowed by fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity". Fuel spills ina collision could lead to a vehicle fire if exposed to a source of ignition.
Remedy
Modify the fuel tank cage to comply with fmvss 301.
The throttle valve inside the hydraulic brake booster may deform from buildup of heat and pressure and close-off fluid return ports.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could cause excessive pressure buildup in thebooster causing the brakes to self apply with a severe unexpected stop. Thiscondition could also result in loss of power steering assist. Either conditioncould result in an accident.
Remedy
Replace brake booster assembly.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10156324Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures
- 10145721A/C Refrigerant and Oil Capacities
- 10145711Radio Diagnostics and Information
- 10130787Using Supplier Software to Check DTCs
- 10129185Cooling System Flush Procedure
- 10129177J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
- 10129176J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
- 10129174Steering Fluids
- 10129173Steering Shake, Shimmy, Shudder, or Steering Vibration; only with 14k front weight rated axles and below
- 10129171Updating OnCommand Link with Accelerator
- 10129170OnCommand EZ-Tech
- 10129152Engine Oil Capacities
- 10129151Winter Front Usage
- 10129150ISX, N13, and N9 / N10 Aftertreatment Private Data Link Troubleshooting
- 10129124J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting