International/power steering pump
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: school/transit buses and medium duty trucks. the castings used on the power steering pumps were not built to match the engineering drawings, resulting in a thin wall in the pump casting or a complete connection of two passages that are supposed to be separated to control fluid flow. the fluid flow may be reduced to less than the minimum required flow rate to provide full power assist to the brake system with low engine speed.
Safety Consequence
An increase in stopping distance at slow engine speeds can result, increasing the possibility of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect and replace all pumps that have the defective casting numbers.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from International Truck & Engine Corporation or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 00V148000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 00V148000?
NHTSA recall 00V148000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on May 23, 2000. It addresses: International/power steering pump. The recall affects approximately 4,534 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 00V148000 or the manufacturer campaign number 00503. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.