Recall 97V-143: 1997 Navistar 3800, 1997 Navistar 4700
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Sep 8, 1997, covering about 2,235 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: buses and heavy truck chassis equipped with t444e engines. The accelerator pedal rod material is excessively brittle and can break during a full throttle application.
The risk
The unexpected breakage can result in the inability to accelerate the vehicle properly increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the electronic accelerator pedal rods with new rods.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin october 9, 1997. 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 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 › Accelerator Pedal |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 97V143001 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 97V-143?
Vehicle description: buses and heavy truck chassis equipped with t444e engines. The accelerator pedal rod material is excessively brittle and can break during a full throttle application.
How is recall 97V-143 fixed?
Dealers will replace the electronic accelerator pedal rods with new rods.
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.