NHTSA Recall 01V167003: Suspension
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 12 vehicles. It affects 2000–2001 International Harvester 5000I.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V167003 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 01506 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received | June 7, 2001 |
| Owner notification | June 25, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty 6x4 trucks equipped with chalmers 800 series suspension kits. These suspension kits may have insufficient penetration of the weld attaching the torque rod eye to the torque rod tube.
Safety risk
Failure of the weld could result in separation of the eye and tube, causing a lock of axle retention, which could result in loss of vehicle control.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all chalmers fixed torque rods on these vehicles. All vehicles have been completed. 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 01V167003
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.