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Vehicle recall 09V386000 · October 5, 2009

International 5500I, 5600I and 4 more models

The variable valve actuation (vva) oil line may wear against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2003 through 2008 heavy trucks manufactured between April 1, 2003 and December 21, 2007, equipped with caterpillar C15 engines. The variable valve actuation (vva) oil line may wear against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
Consequence
An oil leak could result in a fire.
Remedy
Navistar is working with caterpillar to repair the engines free of charge. Please see 09E-020. The safety recall began on October 23, 2009. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or navistar at 1-260-461-1890.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign
09V386000
Reported to NHTSA
October 5, 2009
Filed by
NAVISTAR, INC
Owner notification
October 13, 2009
Vehicles potentially affected
9,527
Initiated by
the manufacturer
Components
Engine and engine cooling
Recall 09V386000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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