NHTSA Recall 02V004010: Vehicle speed control
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 31,145 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the International Harvester Re Bus.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V004010 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 02511 |
| Component | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL |
| Report received | September 20, 2002 |
| Owner notification | December 16, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain school and transit buses equipped with electronic throttle control/accelerator pedals supplied by williams controls industries, the weld attaching the clevis to the plate has insufficient penetration and could allow the clevis to separate from the plate.
Safety risk
If the clevis separated from the plate while the vehicle was in use, the vehicle would return to idle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
International will retrofit vehicles with a new pedal rod and bracket. Owner notification began december 16, 2002. Owners who 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 02V004010
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| International Harvester Re Bus | 1994, 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| International Re Bus | 2002, 2003 |
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.