International/steering shaft
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks. The steering shafts may have a defective or mis-located weld that could fail.
Safety Consequence
This condition could cause a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the lower steering shaft. owner notification began september 17, 2001. 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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from International Truck & Engine Corporation or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 01V291000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01V291000?
NHTSA recall 01V291000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on September 10, 2001. It addresses: International/steering shaft. The recall affects approximately 242 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 01V291000 or the manufacturer campaign number 01512. 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.