Safety Recall NHTSA · 02V094000 Reported March 22, 2002

International/engine starter

International Motors, Llc · Electrical System · 338 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
02V094000
Manufacturer Campaign
02503
Component
Electrical System
Vehicles Affected
338
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 22, 2002

Defect Summary

Certain trucks equipped with engine starters (code 08wwn or 08wwp) built by leece-neville. these starters have a defective terminal adapter stud. the stud is used only at the positive battery connection to the starter solenoid. it was designed to be screwed on over the existing stud to increase the stud diameter to accommodate the larger size of the positive battery cable terminal. the adapter stud was weakened when the hole was drilled too deep.

Safety Consequence

This could lead to a direct electrical short to the batteries. if the stud breaks off, the positive battery cable could short directly to ground, which can generate heat and sparks causing a fire.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the adapter stud. owner notification began april 15, 2002. 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.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 02V094000 or campaign 02503.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 02V094000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 02V094000?

NHTSA recall 02V094000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on March 22, 2002. It addresses: International/engine starter. The recall affects approximately 338 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V094000 or the manufacturer campaign number 02503. 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.