Safety Recall NHTSA · 78V260000 Reported December 4, 1978

Brakes:air systems:lines and fittings

International Truck & Engine Corporation · Service Brakes, Air · 750 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
78V260000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Air
Vehicles Affected
750
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 4, 1978

Defect Summary

The air supply lines from the primary and secondary air tanks to the air brake application (foot) valve may have been installed in reverse. In the event of air loss failure in the primary system, total loss of service brakes could occur.

Corrective Action

Dealer will inspect and, if necessary, reinstall the air supply lines properly.

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 78V260000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 78V260000

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

What is recall 78V260000?

NHTSA recall 78V260000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on December 4, 1978. It addresses: Brakes:air systems:lines and fittings. The recall affects approximately 750 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 78V260000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.