International · Canada · Crit
International 9900IX, 9900I: Steering
Affects International 9900IX, 9900I · 2002–2003 — about 46 vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, the drag link will interfere with the left front brake chamber and slack adjuster. This interference may cause damage to the slack adjuster and render it inoperable. An inoperable slack adjuster will cause the front brakes to wear unevenly and may eventually cause a vehicle crash without warning, which could result in property damage, personal injury, or death. Correction: Dealer will replace the pitman arm, drag link and steering arm.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational