International/fmvss 121/air brake systems
Defect Summary
Certain 2005 my international re school buses manufactured between april 1 and june 16, 2004 which fail to comply with federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 121, air brake systems. two check valves may not have been installed on the air tanks to isolate the primary and secondary air circuits. a leak or failure of either circuit may cause the spring brakes to automatically actuate without warning.
Safety Consequence
This may result in a vehicle crash.
Corrective Action
International will notify its customers and install two check valves free of charge. the recall began november 8, 2004. 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.
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FAQ: Recall 04V507000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 04V507000?
NHTSA recall 04V507000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on October 26, 2004. It addresses: International/fmvss 121/air brake systems. The recall affects approximately 76 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 04V507000 or the manufacturer campaign number 04519. 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.