- The problem
- On certain transit and school buses, 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.
- The 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.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a kit to remount the double check valve with a flexible hose on the amjority 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 august 30, 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.
Vehicle safety record
2002 International IC Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2002 International IC have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 2 recalls, the latest in May 2002 for the check valve.
NHTSA data checked
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- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 2
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2002 International IC recalls 2
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- Vehicle description: school and transit buses equipped with 39-inch flip seats. The flip seats could bind in the occupied position and not return to the stored position when not occupied. The cushion frame support bar slides off the seat support pad, which could retain the seat in the occupied position.
- The risk
- The seat could block the aisle to the emergency exit during an emergency, which may result in injury or death.
- The fix
- Owners will be provided with instructions and parts to repair the seats free of charge. Owner notification began october 23, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact amtran at 800-843-5615.
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International IC: every year compared
| Year | Complaints | Recalls | Grade |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 | 0 | 2 | - |
2002 International IC vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2002 International IC | 0 | 2 | - | |
| 2002 International 4300 | 5 | 9 | D | Compare |
| 2002 International 3800 | 4 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2002 International 4000 | 1 | 3 | D | Compare |
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Questions about the 2002 International IC
Does the 2002 International IC have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 International IC: check valve (May 2002); seats (August 2001). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2002 International IC had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
What should I do if my 2002 International IC has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data