The problem
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 fix
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.
Contacts
International recall no. 04515. Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized International dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 04V415000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.