NHTSA Recall 06V384000: Suspension
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 87 vehicles. It affects 7 models including the International 5500I.
| NHTSA campaign | 06V384000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 06509 |
| Component | SUSPENSION |
| Report received | October 11, 2006 |
| Owner notification | October 6, 2006 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with chalmers rear suspensions, the adjustable torque rod end castings may be brittle. A brittle rod end casting may fracture without warning, causing the vehicles' rear axles to become misaligned.
Safety risk
This misalignment can cause the vehicle to lose directional stability at speeds that may result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicles to determine if they were manufactured with a suspect torque rod end. If a suspect torque rod end is found, the entire torque rod will be replaced. The recall began on october 6, 2006. Owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
Notes
International recall no. 06509.customers can 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 06V384000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| International 5500I | 2007 |
| International 5600I | 2007 |
| International 5900I | 2007 |
| International 7400 | 2007 |
| International 7500 | 2007 |
| International 7600 | 2007 |
| International 7700 | 2007 |
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.