NHTSA Recall 08V146000: Wheel bearing (suspension)
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 330 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the International 3000 RE.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V146000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 08504 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › FRONT › WHEEL BEARING |
| Report received | March 26, 2008 |
| Owner notification | May 23, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
International is recalling 330 my 2008-2009 4000 series trucks and 3000 re, fbc, and sfc buses. A manufacturing defect in the subassembly of the front axle wheel hubs resulted in the bearings being inadequately lubricated. This condition could cause the front axle bearings to overheat which can result in bearing spalling, seizing, or related damage.
Safety risk
Such damage may result in wheel lockup or front wheel separation on the highway with little or no warning to the driver, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the front axle bearings and, if necessary, replace and/or properly lubricate the bearings. The recall began on may 23, 2008. Owners may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
Notes
International recall no. 08504.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 08V146000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| International 3000 RE | 2008, 2009 |
| International 4000 | 2008, 2009 |
| International Fbc | 2008, 2009 |
| International Sfc | 2008, 2009 |
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.