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NHTSA Recall 06V489000: Body (structure)

INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 202 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the International CF500.

202
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2007
owners notified (February 16)
NHTSA campaign06V489000
Manufacturer campaign06511
ComponentSTRUCTURE › BODY
Report receivedDecember 21, 2006
Owner notificationFebruary 16, 2007
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

On certain trucks, the a-pillar mounted entry/egress grab handle may loosen and possibly separate from the vehicle.

Safety risk

This separation can occur without warning and possibly contribute to personal injury.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the cab entry/egress grab handle. The recall began on february 16, 2007. Owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.

Notes

International recall no. 06511.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 06V489000

Make and modelModel years
International CF5002005, 2006, 2007
International CF6002005, 2006, 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.