NHTSA Recall 03V137000: Service brakes, air
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,818 vehicles. It affects 14 models including the International 2000.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V137000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 02506 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR |
| Report received | April 3, 2003 |
| Owner notification | April 18, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain heavy duty trucks, a brass fitting connects the double check valve to the brake relay valve. With certain inputs to the vehicle, the weight of the check valve on the fitting can cause the assembly to resonate. The subject vibration can cause excessive strain levels in the fitting, which could eventually fatigue and fail.
Safety risk
If the fitting breaks, the rear service brakes will cease to operate without warning, resulting in an extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install a kit to remount the double check valve with a flexible hose on the majority of vehicles. On a small number of units with clearance issues or traction control, a kit with a new relay valve that has a built-in double check valve will be installed. Owner notification began on april 18, 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.02506. 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 03V137000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| International 2000 | 2002 |
| International 4700 | 2002 |
| International 4800 | 2002 |
| International 4900 | 2002 |
| International 5000 | 2002 |
| International 8000 | 2002 |
| International 9000 | 2002 |
| International Harvester 2000 | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| International Harvester 4700 | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| International Harvester 4800 | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| International Harvester 4900 | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| International Harvester 5000 | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| International Harvester 8000 | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
| International Harvester 9000 | 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001 |
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.