NHTSA Recall 03V073000: Unknown or other
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 35 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the International 9200I.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V073000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 03507 |
| Component | UNKNOWN OR OTHER |
| Report received | March 6, 2003 |
| Owner notification | March 17, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain heavy duty trucks built with international code 16sch (lower bunk webbing restraint). Four bolts hold the bunk webbing restraint latch brackets to the bunk base. These bolts were supposed to be grade 8 bolts but grade 5 bolts were installed.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the restraint may not contain the occupant as required by federal motor carrier safety regulation 393.76 "sleeper berths," and may result in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace all grade 5 bolts with grade 8 bolts. Owner notification began on march 17, 2003. 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
International recall no. 03507.customers can 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 03V073000
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.