Vehicle recall 96V174000 · September 13, 1996

International Harvester 3600, 3800 and 1 more model

The wiring from the electronic control unit was connected to the wrong wheel sensor or to the wrong brake modulator valve.

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

Summary: The wiring from the electronic control unit was connected to the wrong wheel sensor or to the wrong brake modulator valve. It is possible that either or both wiring may have occurred at either the front or rear axle or both axles.
Consequence: Should the anti-lock braking system (ABS) wiring be crossed, it would result in a significant degradation in vehicle stopping distance. A signal would be sent to the wrong brake chamber when a brake imbalance is detected. This condition increases the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the ABS wiring and, if necessary, properly connect.
Notes: Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin October 8, 1996.NOTE: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 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 96V174000
Reported to NHTSA: September 13, 1996
Filed by: INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE
Owner notification: October 1, 1996
Vehicles potentially affected: 580
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip

Recall 96V174000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

International Harvester 3600 (1992-1996): 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992
International Harvester 3800 (1992-1996): 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992
International Harvester 3900 (1992-1996): 1996, 1995, 1994, 1993, 1992

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