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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 03V071📅 Mar 17, 2003

2003 International 5000I & 2003 International 9000I recall: windows, wipers & mirrors

⚠️ What's wrong

Certain heavy duty trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 104, "windshield wiping and washing systems." the windshield washer wiper switch may not function properly when the engine is running with all accessories off, including the windshield wipers, and the wash function is activated. Washer fluid may squirt briefly or not at all onto the windshield.

💥 The risk

The wipers cycle normally, but in the absence of washer fluid the windshield will not be adequately cleaned, which could affect driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will replace all incorrect windshield washer wiper switches that fail to meet a functional test of clearing the windshield. Owner notification began on march 31, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact international at 1-800-448-7825.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
03V071000
Manufacturer recall #
03505
Manufacturer
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION
Vehicles affected
283
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:SWITCH/WIRING
Owner phone
1-800-448-7825
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Mar 31, 2003
Built
Jan 6, 2003 – Jan 15, 2003
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
International recall no. 03505. Customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 03V071 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 03V071?

2003 International 5000I & 2003 International 9000I. 283 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized International dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-448-7825.