Recall 01V-212: 2001 International Harvester 4300, 2001 International Harvester 4400
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE recall for unknown or other, reported to NHTSA on Jun 26, 2001, covering about 957 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. There is an electrical problem with a remote power module. These vehicles were built with the ability to add six remote switches per module, which are mounted outside the cab and are used to turn on and off circuits that perform custom electrical functions. If two or more remote switches are actuated on within 100ms of one another, all six of the outputs on the remote power module will turn on. If two or more remote switches are actuated off with 100ms of one another, all six of the outputs on the remote power module with turn off.
The risk
Unintentional activation of remote body accessories could cause a crash resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
The fix
Dealers will replace all the remote power modules. Owner notification began july 27, 2001. 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.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Component | Unknown or Other |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 01V212000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| International Harvester 4300 | 2001 | All years |
| International Harvester 4400 | 2001 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 01V-212?
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. There is an electrical problem with a remote power module. These vehicles were built with the ability to add six remote switches per module, which are mounted outside the cab and are used to turn on and off circuits that perform custom electrical functions. If two or more remote switches are actuated on within 100ms of one another, all six of the outputs on the remote power module will turn on. If two or more remote switches are actuated off with 100ms of one another, all six of the outputs on the remote power module with turn off.
How is recall 01V-212 fixed?
Dealers will replace all the remote power modules. Owner notification began july 27, 2001. 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.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.