NHTSA Recall 01V353000: Steering
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 558 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the International 4300.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V353000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 01515 |
| Component | STEERING |
| Report received | November 15, 2001 |
| Owner notification | December 17, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: trucks. An incorrect grade 5 flange-nut was installed in place of a grade 8 nut and flat washer on the yoke pinch bolt that holds the connection between the lower end of the i-shaft and the steering gear.
Safety risk
If the pinch bolt nut experiences thread stripping, the yoke connection of the steering shaft to the steering gear box could fail and possibly result in loss of steering control.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the grade 5 pinch bolt nut with the correct grade 8 nut and washer on all vehicles. Owner notification began december 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 01V353000
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.