Recall 93V-092: 1991–1993 International 1652SC, 1991–1993 International Harvester 3600 and 5 more

INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on May 21, 1993, covering about 193 vehicles.

NHTSA number

93V-092

Report date

May 21, 1993

Vehicles affected

193

Owners notified

Jun 1, 1993

The problem

The pressure relief valve was omitted in the air tank. The air tank is the reservoir for the air suspension and is not brake related. Without the pressure relief valve, there is no back-up system to limit air pressure in the air suspension system.

The risk

Lack of a back-up system to limit air pressure build upcan cause excessive pressure in the air tank and can cause the tank to rupture.this can result in personal injury to anyone in the vicinity.

The fix

Install a pressure relief valve in the air tank.

Notes

System: suspension.vehicle description: school buses: models 4700 and 4900; heavy trucks: models3600, 3700, 3800, and 3900fg; incomplete chassis: model 1652sc.

Recall details

Manufacturer	INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE
Component	Suspension › Rear › Springs › Air Suspension System
Recall started by	the manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number	93V092000

Vehicles in this recall

Vehicle	Model years
International 1652SC	1991, 1992, 1993	All years
International Harvester 3600	1991, 1992, 1993	All years
International Harvester 3700	1991, 1992, 1993	All years
International Harvester 3800	1991, 1992, 1993	All years
International Harvester 3900FC	1991, 1992, 1993	All years
International Harvester 4700	1991, 1992, 1993	All years
International Harvester 4900	1991, 1992, 1993	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 93V-092?

How is recall 93V-092 fixed?

Install a pressure relief valve in the air tank.

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.