NHTSA Recall 07V180000: Fuel system, diesel
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 700 vehicles. It affects 6 models including the International 7600.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V180000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 07506 |
| Component | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL |
| Report received | April 24, 2007 |
| Owner notification | May 11, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain trucks equipped with davco fuel pro 382 heated fuel filters, when the key is in the 'on' position, the pre-heater, located in the fuel filter base, is energized.
Safety risk
If this pre-heater is energized while maintenance is being performed on the fuel filter, diesel fuel could ignite within the filter housing. A fire within the fuel filter housing may spread possibly resulting in property damage or personal injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel filters and fuel heaters and, if necessary, will replace the fuel heater. The recall began on may 11, 2007. Owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
Notes
International recall no. 07506.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 07V180000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| International 7600 | 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.