NHTSA Recall 02V241002: Check valve (service brakes)
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 3,156 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the International 2000.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V241002 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 02512 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR › SUPPLY › CHECK VALVE |
| Report received | September 20, 2002 |
| Owner notification | December 31, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with bendix tc-7 trailer control hand-operated valve with push-to-connect fittings. The delivery port in the valve body may be partially blocked due to a problem during the moding process.
Safety risk
Such blockage may slow the delivery and exhaust of air to and from the trailer brakes when they are operated by this hand-operated trailer control valve.
Remedy
International will replace the hand-operated control valves. Owner notification began december 31, 2002. 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, customers can 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 02V241002
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| International 2000 | 2002, 2003 |
| International 4000 | 2002, 2003 |
| International 5000 | 2002, 2003 |
| International 7000 | 2002, 2003 |
| International 8000 | 2002, 2003 |
| International 9000 | 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.