1990 International 4900
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1990 International 4900. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
2 recalls name the 1990 International 4900. Newest first.
The tie rod used on the dana FA-64 front drive axle has a threaded sleeve to permit toe-in adjustment without removing an end. The tie rod bar IS necked down to incorporate the sleeve. A stress riser IS created at the threaded portion of the adjustment sleeve which may cause a fatigue fracture and failure of the tie rod where it screws into the sleeve.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Failure of the tie rod on the front axle results in lossof steering control and a possible vehicle crash.
Remedy
Replace the tie rod with a tie rod that does not use an adjustment sleeve.
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
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