Recall 99V-262: 1999 Navistar 3400, 1999 Navistar 3800 and 2 more
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Sep 21, 1999, covering about 4,495 vehicles.
The problem
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with rear leaf spring suspensions (Models 4700 built with rear leaf suspensions and manufactured from december 9, through december 16, 1998; models 3400 and 3800 built with 14sbk rear leaf spring suspensions and built april 14 through may 10, 1999; and models 3400 and 3800 built with rear leaf spring suspensions and manufactured from may 10 through may 18, 1999). On vehicles where the frame to axle hose length was too long, a chafing condition exists on suspension components, which could result in hose rupture. On vehicles where the hoses are too short, a hose separation could occur with severe suspension articulation.
The risk
If a hose ruptures, the rear brakes will fail increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
The fix
Short hoses will be replaced and the long hoses will have a hose routing kit installed to prevent any chafing problems.
Notes
International recall no. 99508.owner notification began october 11, 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
| Manufacturer | INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE |
|---|---|
| Component | Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Hoses, Lines/Piping, and Fittings |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 99V262000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Navistar 3400 | 1999 | All years |
| Navistar 3800 | 1999 | All years |
| Navistar 4700 | 1999 | All years |
| Navistar 4900 | 1999 | 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 99V-262?
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with rear leaf spring suspensions (Models 4700 built with rear leaf suspensions and manufactured from december 9, through december 16, 1998; models 3400 and 3800 built with 14sbk rear leaf spring suspensions and built april 14 through may 10, 1999; and models 3400 and 3800 built with rear leaf spring suspensions and manufactured from may 10 through may 18, 1999). On vehicles where the frame to axle hose length was too long, a chafing condition exists on suspension components, which could result in hose rupture. On vehicles where the hoses are too short, a hose separation could occur with severe suspension articulation.
How is recall 99V-262 fixed?
Short hoses will be replaced and the long hoses will have a hose routing kit installed to prevent any chafing problems.
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.