1999 International Harvester 4900
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1999 International Harvester 4900. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
3 recalls name the 1999 International Harvester 4900. Newest first.
On certain school buses and truck model vehicles manufactured between february 28, 1999, through april 5, 2004, the anti-lock brake system electronic control unit (ecu) may misinterpret a corrupt wheel speed signal.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The corrupt wheel speed signals may improperly activate the ABS, instead of deactivating the ABS. this may result in the driver experiencing a hard pedal feel and a decrease in deceleration at the end of the stop, resulting in extended stopping distances which could cause a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy
International will notify its customers and inspect and repair the affected vehicles free of charge. the recall began august 1, 2004. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact international customer service at 1-800-327-4236.
On certain heavy duty trucks, a brass fitting connects the double check valve to the brake relay valve. with certain inputs to the vehicle, the weight of the check valve on the fitting can cause the assembly to resonate. the subject vibration can cause excessive strain levels in the fitting, which could eventually fatigue and fail.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the fitting breaks, the rear service brakes will cease to operate without warning, resulting in an extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a kit to remount the double check valve with a flexible hose on the majority of vehicles. on a small number of units with clearance issues or traction control, a kit with a new relay valve that has a built-in double check valve will be installed. owner notification began on april 18, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
On certain medium and heavy duty trucks, a brass fitting connects the double check valve to the brake relay valve. with certain inputs to the vehicle, the weight of the check valve on the fitting can cause the assembly to resonate. the subject vibration can cause excessive strain levels in the fitting, which could eventually fatigue and fail.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the fitting breaks, the rear service brakes will cease to operate without warning, resulting in an extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a kit to remount the double check valve with a flexible hose on the majority of vehicles. on a small number of units with clearance issues or traction control, a kit with a new relay valve that has a built-in double check valve will be installed. owner notification began september 11, 2002. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
Owner complaints
4 complaints
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Power train
Spicer 7 speed manual transmission will not down shift. truck IS unusable.
- Power train › Automatic transmission
While shifting from 2ND to 3RD gear the transmission locked up in 3RD gear. Consumer was able to coast to side of road. Vehicle has not been inspected by dealer at this time.*ak
- Service brakes, air › Drum
Excessive brake fade due to high temperature of shoes (up to 600 degrees), trucks equipped with left and right hand drive systems (labree system) shoes and drums have to be replaced every 1-8000 miles vs. 15-20000 miles on left hand drive models (rear brakes only) front brakes get to 400 degrees and wear IS not an issue. *mjs
- Service brakes, air
The trucks make a loud and very high pitched air pop noise in the cab while driving and could cause hearing damage. *mjs
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.
- 631509Subject regarding cab door opening, cracking in upper rear corner.
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