NHTSA Recall 01V044010: Tie rod assembly (steering)
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,762 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the International Harvester 2000.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V044010 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 01504 |
| Component | STEERING › LINKAGES › TIE ROD ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | March 19, 2001 |
| Owner notification | March 23, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with tie rod assemblies containing 24-dl model ball sockets and manufactured by trw. Certain of the tie rod ball-socket bearings have a below-specification case depth and/or hardness, which can lead to premature wear of the socket.
Safety risk
If this condition occurs, the driver can lose partial control of the right front wheel, possibly resulting in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the defective ball sockets and/or drag links. Owner notification began march 23, 2001. 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
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V044010
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| International Harvester 2000 | 2000 |
| International Harvester 4000 | 2000 |
| International Harvester 5000 | 2000 |
| International Harvester 9000I | 2000 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.