Safety Recall NHTSA · 94V144000 Reported August 2, 1994

Engine:turbo-charger

International Truck & Engine Corporation · Engine And Engine Cooling · 373 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
94V144000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
373
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
August 2, 1994

Defect Summary

Four compression backplate retaining fasteners on the turbo-charger were torqued only hand tight. This allows the fasteners to loosen, and causes oil to leak into the compressor air side of the turbo-charger which, when coupled with the heat precipitated by the compressor and the mixing action of the compressor wheel, can result in an air/oil mixture that fuels the engine.

Safety Consequence

When this occurs, engine run-on and subsequent loss of operator control via the normal throttle mechanism can occur, which could result in a vehicle accident.

Corrective Action

Replace the suspect turbo-charger with a new turbo-charger.

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 94V144000 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 94V144000

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

What is recall 94V144000?

NHTSA recall 94V144000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on August 2, 1994. It addresses: Engine:turbo-charger. The recall affects approximately 373 vehicles, with the defect involving the Engine And Engine Cooling component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 94V144000 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.