Recall 99V-351: 1994–1999 Navistar 4800, 1994–1999 Navistar 4900

INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE recall for service brakes, air, reported to NHTSA on Dec 14, 1999, covering about 944 vehicles.

NHTSA number
99V-351
Report date
Dec 14, 1999
Vehicles affected
944
Owners notified
Dec 27, 1999

The problem

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. There is interference between the air brake s-cam and the end of one of the knuckle studs. As the brake shoe lining wears, the s-cam rotation may be limited by the interfering knuckle stud. If the s-cam can not rotate through its full range of motion, the braking force can not be fully transmitted from the brake shoe linings to the brake drums.

The risk

This could result in a longer stopping distance or a dragging brake condition.

The fix

Dealers will shorten the interfering knuckle stud to eliminate the clearance problem.

Notes

International recall 99513.owner notification began december 27, 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

ManufacturerINTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE
ComponentService Brakes, Air
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number99V351000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Navistar 48001994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999All years
Navistar 49001994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999All 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-351?

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. There is interference between the air brake s-cam and the end of one of the knuckle studs. As the brake shoe lining wears, the s-cam rotation may be limited by the interfering knuckle stud. If the s-cam can not rotate through its full range of motion, the braking force can not be fully transmitted from the brake shoe linings to the brake drums.

How is recall 99V-351 fixed?

Dealers will shorten the interfering knuckle stud to eliminate the clearance problem.

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.