Safety Recall NHTSA · 03V264000 Reported July 28, 2003

International/steering

International Truck & Engine Corporation · N/A · 24,375 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
03V264000
Manufacturer Campaign
03513
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
24,375
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
July 28, 2003

Defect Summary

On certain school, transit, and commercial buses equipped with adjustable steering columns, the steering shaft pinch bolt interferes with the rubber boot that protects it. over time, a hole may wear into the boot and catch the bolt.

Safety Consequence

If the bolt catches on the hole, the boot may restrict the movement of the steering wheel which could result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action

International notify its customers and inspect and, if necessary, repair the steering column. owner notification began november 19, 2003. owners 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 03V264000 or campaign 03513.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 03V264000

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

What is recall 03V264000?

NHTSA recall 03V264000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on July 28, 2003. It addresses: International/steering. The recall affects approximately 24,375 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 03V264000 or the manufacturer campaign number 03513. 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.