International/alternator cable breakage
Defect Summary
On certain heavy duty trucks built with a detroit engine and a leece neville alternator. the electrical terminal at the alternator end of the cable that runs from the starter to the battery stud on the alternator may break off, due to vibration in the cable.
Safety Consequence
If the terminal breaks off, the cab will lose all power, resulting in complete electrical failure and engine shutdown, which may result in a crash and potentially cause property damage, personal injury, or death.
Corrective Action
Dealers will reroute and rewire the wiring harness to the alternator. owner notification began on march 13, 2003. 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.
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Other recalls from International Motors, Llc or involving Electrical System.
FAQ: Recall 03V072000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 03V072000?
NHTSA recall 03V072000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on March 6, 2003. It addresses: International/alternator cable breakage. The recall affects approximately 881 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 03V072000 or the manufacturer campaign number 03506. 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.