Recall 96V-181: 1997 International Harvester 9200, 1997 International Harvester 9300 and 2 more
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Dec 12, 1996, covering about 93 vehicles.
The problem
These vehicles are equipped with a detroit diesel optimized idle system. If the ignition is turned on and the fuse for the electronic control module (Ecm) power feed line is removed or burned out, unintentional cranking of the engine will occur..
The risk
If unintentional cranking of the engine occurs, the safety features designed to prevent injury to persons working in the vicinity of the engine will occur and also vehicle movement may occur increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
The fix
Detroit diesel distributors will rewire the vehicles using a revised ECM which will eliminate unintentional cranking.
Notes
Owner notification:owner notification began during december1996. Note:owners who take their vehicle to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contactdetroit diesel at 1-313-592-7357 or navistar at 1-800-448-7825.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Component | Vehicle Speed Control |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 96V181002 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| International Harvester 9200 | 1997 | All years |
| International Harvester 9300 | 1997 | All years |
| International Harvester 9400 | 1997 | All years |
| International Harvester 9800 | 1997 | 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 96V-181?
These vehicles are equipped with a detroit diesel optimized idle system. If the ignition is turned on and the fuse for the electronic control module (Ecm) power feed line is removed or burned out, unintentional cranking of the engine will occur..
How is recall 96V-181 fixed?
Detroit diesel distributors will rewire the vehicles using a revised ECM which will eliminate unintentional cranking.
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.