Recall 99V-261: 1997–1999 Navistar 4000

The problem

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equiped with bosch 9" x 3" parking brake, spring actuated, for hydraulic less air source and actuated by parking brake knob in instrument panel. The parking brake hose chafes at various points through the routing of the hoses to and from the hand control valve.

The risk

The parking brake will automatically apply if pressure is lost due to a ruptured park brake hose increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix

Dealers will install a hose routing kit to prevent chafing and replace all chafed hoses.

Notes

International recall no. 99507.owner notification began october 4, 1999.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

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 99V-261?

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equiped with bosch 9" x 3" parking brake, spring actuated, for hydraulic less air source and actuated by parking brake knob in instrument panel. The parking brake hose chafes at various points through the routing of the hoses to and from the hand control valve.

How is recall 99V-261 fixed?

Dealers will install a hose routing kit to prevent chafing and replace all chafed hoses.

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.