NHTSA Recall 05V296000: Cables (electrical system)
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 49,607 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the International 9100I.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V296000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 05514 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | June 24, 2005 |
| Owner notification | July 22, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain 4x2 and 6x4 heavy duty trucks, the positive battery cable between the batteries and the starter may rub against an electrical ground cable between the starter and frame rail.
Safety risk
This chafing could cause an electrical short and/or fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if any chafing has occurred between positive and negative cables. If there is no evidence of chafing, then a saddle clamp will be installed to ensure cables will not rub. If there is evidence of chafing, the damaged cables will be replaced and the swivel saddle clamp installed. The recall began on august 22, 2005. Owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
Notes
International recall no. 05514.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V296000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| International 9100I | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| International 9200I | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| International 9400I | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
| International 9900I | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 |
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.