Vehicle recall 04V482000 · October 7, 2004
International 9200, 9400 and 1 more model
On certain heavy duty trucks,the lower tie rod arms on certain axles were not induction hardened as required by international's specification.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain heavy duty trucks,the lower tie rod arms on certain axles were not induction hardened as required by international's specification.
- Consequence
- Without the induction hardening process being performed, the tie rod arm may fatigue during the expected life of the vehicle. A fatigue failure of the tie rod arm may result in a loss of vehicle steering control that can possibly result in a vehicle crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the lower tie rod arms. The recall began on November 19, 2004. Owners should contact international truck and engine at 1-800-448-7825.
- Notes
- International recall no. 04517.CUSTOMERS 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
- 04V482000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 7, 2004
- Filed by
- INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION
- Manufacturer campaign
- 04517
- Owner notification
- November 19, 2004
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 20
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Front › Control arm › Lower arm
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- International 9200 (2002-2003): 2003, 2002
- International 9400 (2002-2003): 2003, 2002
- International 9900 (2002-2003): 2003, 2002
Has your International been repaired?
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