Recall 97V-196: 1997 Navistar 9200

INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Nov 24, 1997, covering about 480 vehicles.

NHTSA number
97V-196
Report date
Nov 24, 1997
Vehicles affected
480
Owners notified
Jan 6, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with design level 1, rockwell ff980 series front axle. The front axle hub flange can develop cracks due to high stress levels.

The risk

Cracks in a hub flange can result in a wheel separation.

The fix

Dealers will remove and replace the front hubs with an improved design level 2 hub.

Notes

Owner notification is expected to begin january 6, 1998. 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

ManufacturerINTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE
ComponentSuspension › Front › Hub
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number97V196002

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Navistar 92001997All 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 97V-196?

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with design level 1, rockwell ff980 series front axle. The front axle hub flange can develop cracks due to high stress levels.

How is recall 97V-196 fixed?

Dealers will remove and replace the front hubs with an improved design level 2 hub.

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.