International · Canada · High
International 9400, 9200 +1 more: Steering
Affects International 9400, 9200, 9900 · 2002–2003 — about 60 vehicles.
The hazard
The lower tie rod arms on certain axles were not induction hardened during manufacture. Without the induction hardening process being performed, the tie rod arm may fatigue. A fatigue failure of the tie rod arm may result in a loss of vehicle steering control that can possibly result in a crash without warning. Correction: Dealers will replace the lower tie rod arms.
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