Vehicle recall 04V009000 · January 5, 2004
1993-2001 International 4700LP
On certain ambulances equipped with goodrich velvet-ride rear suspension systems, the bolts connecting the suspension spring to the rear axle may break.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain ambulances equipped with goodrich velvet-ride rear suspension systems, the bolts connecting the suspension spring to the rear axle may break.
- Consequence
- The axle could separate from the vehicle without warning and result in a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the suspension system. The recall began on August 17, 2004. 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 international at 1-800-448-7825.
- Notes
- Customer's can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 04V009000
- Reported to NHTSA
- January 5, 2004
- Filed by
- INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION
- Manufacturer campaign
- 03517
- Owner notification
- August 17, 2004
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 19
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Suspension › Rear
Vehicles covered
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