Brakes:air:cylinder wheel:cam:actuating
Defect Summary
As a result of severe shock and vibrations, the brake spiders on the involved vehicles may develop cracks near the camshaft mounting boss. The crack propagates across the spider until the camshaft boss is completely severed from the remainder of the spider. When the camshaft boss has completely severed, the s-cam, s-cam bracket, air chamber and slack adjuster can fall away from the brake spider resulting in a "no brake" condition on the wheel.
Corrective Action
The dealer will replace the front brake spiders on all affected vehicles used in snow plow dump and refuse hauling applications. This will be done at no charge.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from International Truck & Engine Corporation or involving Service Brakes, Air.
FAQ: Recall 79V211000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 79V211000?
NHTSA recall 79V211000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on September 18, 1979. It addresses: Brakes:air:cylinder wheel:cam:actuating. The recall affects approximately 25,000 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 79V211000 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.