Recall 98V-117: 1997–1998 Navistar 9200, 1997–1998 Navistar 9300 and 2 more
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on May 27, 1998, covering about 16,012 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with prosleeper bunks. A micro relay located behind the HVAC control panel in the bunk can corrode from moisture.
The risk
This condition can result in a short circuit between contacts on the relay increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers will remove the existing relay and replace it with a sealed relay.
Notes
Owner notification is expected to begin july 7, 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 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
| Manufacturer | INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Component | Electrical System › Wiring |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 98V117000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Navistar 9200 | 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Navistar 9300 | 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Navistar 9400 | 1997, 1998 | All years |
| Navistar 9800 | 1997, 1998 | 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 98V-117?
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with prosleeper bunks. A micro relay located behind the HVAC control panel in the bunk can corrode from moisture.
How is recall 98V-117 fixed?
Dealers will remove the existing relay and replace it with a sealed relay.
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.