Safety Recall NHTSA · 89V021000 Reported February 17, 1989

Brakes:hydraulic:pedal

International Truck & Engine Corporation · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 5,532 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
89V021000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
5,532
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 17, 1989

Defect Summary

The cotter pin that holds in place the hinge pin, which connects the brake treadle (pedal) to the floor mounting plate, may have been omitted.

Safety Consequence

The hinge pin could work itself out of the hinge,allowing the brake treadle to separate from the floor mounting; driver wouldnot be able to apply the brakes with the foot valve, resulting in a potentialfor an accident

Corrective Action

Replace any missing cotter pin at the brake treadle hinge pin.

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 89V021000 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 89V021000

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

What is recall 89V021000?

NHTSA recall 89V021000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on February 17, 1989. It addresses: Brakes:hydraulic:pedal. The recall affects approximately 5,532 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 89V021000 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.