NHTSA Recall 07V179000: Non-powered axle assembly (suspension)
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,172 vehicles. It affects 12 models including the International 4200.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V179000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 07505 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › AXLE › NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | April 24, 2007 |
| Owner notification | May 18, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks, one or both rear axle housings may contain thinner material than what is necessary for normal vehicle operation. Over time, this thinner material may result in a fatigue failure of the rear axle housing, possibly in the location of the brake flange.
Safety risk
A crack in the brake flange location of the rear axle housing may result in a wheel end lockup or wheel separation possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the vehicle's rear axles and, if necessary, replace the axle housings. The recall began on may 18, 2007. Owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7815.
Notes
International recall no. 07505.customers may 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 07V179000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| International 4200 | 2007, 2008 |
| International 4300 | 2007, 2008 |
| International 4400 | 2007, 2008 |
| International 7300 | 2007, 2008 |
| International 7400 | 2007, 2008 |
| International 7500 | 2007, 2008 |
| International 8500 | 2007, 2008 |
| International 8600 | 2007, 2008 |
| International 9200I | 2007, 2008 |
| International 9400I | 2007, 2008 |
| International 9900I | 2007, 2008 |
| International Prostar | 2007, 2008 |
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.