International/engine compartment fire
Defect Summary
International 2005 my re school buses built from march 3 through august 5, 2004. the high-pressure supply hose from the power steering pump to the steering gear may chafe against the positive stud on the starter solenoid. the engine electrical harness, containing the positive cable from the alternator, may be pinched between the engine and the bus body. an optional oil pressure switch may have been damaged during manufacturing, causing a leak to form.
Safety Consequence
Any of these conditions listed may cause or contribute to a potential fire in the engine bay, possibly resulting in serious injury or death.
Corrective Action
International has provided its dealers with parts and instructions to make the interim repair by 8/13/04 at no charge to the customers. with the interim notice your international dealer will perform an inspection and repair procedure, however, the final remedy has not been determined. customers will receive another safety recall notice informing them that the final remedy is available. owners who take their buses 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 800-448-7825.
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FAQ: Recall 04V400000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V400000?
NHTSA recall 04V400000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on August 13, 2004. It addresses: International/engine compartment fire. The recall affects approximately 290 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V400000 or the manufacturer campaign number 04512. 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.