Safety Recall NHTSA · 04V472000 Reported September 28, 2004

International/hazard switch/turn signal assembly

International Motors, Llc · Exterior Lighting · 7,068 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
04V472000
Manufacturer Campaign
04518
Component
Exterior Lighting
Vehicles Affected
7,068
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
September 28, 2004

Defect Summary

Certain 2005 my international 3300, 4000, and ce school and transit buses manufactured between may 24 and august 17, 2004. the left turn signal light and indicator light on the instrument panel may not illuminate during hazard operation due to an incorrectly manufactured switch contact that causes intermittent contact in the turn signal stalk assembly. this results in intermittent left turn signal and indicator light operation when the hazard switch is activated.

Safety Consequence

Intermittent light operation reduces the ability to warn other motorist of the driver's intentions. this could cause a vehicle crash without warning that may result in property damage, personal injury, or death.

Corrective Action

International will notify its customers and replace the turn signal stalk assemblies free of charge. the recall began november 10, 2004. if parts do not become available within 60 days of this report, an interim notice will be sent to dealers and owners informing them that this recall exists. 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 (we do not yet have a telephone number for this recall.)

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 04V472000 or campaign 04518.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 04V472000

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

What is recall 04V472000?

NHTSA recall 04V472000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on September 28, 2004. It addresses: International/hazard switch/turn signal assembly. The recall affects approximately 7,068 vehicles, with the defect involving the Exterior Lighting component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 04V472000 or the manufacturer campaign number 04518. 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.