NHTSA Recall 07V020000: Cables (electrical system)
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 21,643 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the International 9100.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V020000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 07501 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | January 29, 2007 |
| Owner notification | April 20, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar c10, c11, c12, c13, c15 or c16 engines, the positive battery cables that supply power from the batteries to the starter may rub against an electrical ground cable between the engine and the starter, an electrical ground cable between the frame rail and the starter, or the frame rail itself.
Safety risk
This rubbing may cause an electrical short or a fire which can result in property damage, personal injury or death.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the battery cables to determine if any rubbing has occurred. New battery cables will be replaced as necessary. Dealers will also reroute the battery cables between the starter and battery box using new brackets. The recall began on april 20, 2007. Owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
Notes
International recall no. 07501.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 07V020000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| International 9100 | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| International 9200 | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| International 9400 | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007 |
| International 9900 | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 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.