Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V415000 Reported August 25, 2004

International/brake bolts

International Motors, Llc · N/A · 238 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
04V415000
Manufacturer Campaign
04515
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
238
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 25, 2004

Defect Summary

On certain trucks, only eight (8) bolts were installed in the brake group connection to the rear axles. the brake group, an assembly that includes the brake shoes, air chambers, slack adjusters, and spider, ir normally attached to the axle housing with nine (9) bolts.

Safety Consequence

The structural integrity of the brake group is questionable. this may result in the loss of braking ability on the rear axles without warning, which could result in a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and install the additional bolt if necessary. this recall began during september 2004. 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 Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 04V415000 or campaign 04515.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 04V415000

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

What is recall 04V415000?

NHTSA recall 04V415000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on August 25, 2004. It addresses: International/brake bolts. The recall affects approximately 238 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 04V415000 or the manufacturer campaign number 04515. 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.