Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V137000 Reported April 3, 2003

International/check valve

International Truck & Engine Corporation · N/A · 2,818 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
03V137000
Manufacturer Campaign
02506
Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
2,818
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 3, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain heavy duty trucks, a brass fitting connects the double check valve to the brake relay valve. with certain inputs to the vehicle, the weight of the check valve on the fitting can cause the assembly to resonate. the subject vibration can cause excessive strain levels in the fitting, which could eventually fatigue and fail.

Safety Consequence

If the fitting breaks, the rear service brakes will cease to operate without warning, resulting in an extended stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install a kit to remount the double check valve with a flexible hose on the majority of vehicles. on a small number of units with clearance issues or traction control, a kit with a new relay valve that has a built-in double check valve will be installed. owner notification began on april 18, 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.

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 Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference recall ID 03V137000 or campaign 02506.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 03V137000

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

What is recall 03V137000?

NHTSA recall 03V137000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on April 3, 2003. It addresses: International/check valve. The recall affects approximately 2,818 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 03V137000 or the manufacturer campaign number 02506. 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.