NHTSA Recall 01V291000: Steering wheel/handle bar (steering)
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 242 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the International Harvester 5000I.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V291000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 01512 |
| Component | STEERING › STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR |
| Report received | September 10, 2001 |
| Owner notification | September 17, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The steering shafts may have a defective or mis-located weld that could fail.
Safety risk
This condition could cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the lower steering shaft. Owner notification began september 17, 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 01V291000
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.