Safety Recall NHTSA · 98V068000 Reported March 25, 1998

Navistar/missing p-clamp/engine

International Truck & Engine Corporation · Engine And Engine Cooling · 1,190 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
98V068000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Component
Engine And Engine Cooling
Vehicles Affected
1,190
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 25, 1998

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with caterpillar c-10 or c-12 engines. a bracket or p-clamp at the rear of the engine that supports the compressor discharge line was omitted.

Safety Consequence

If the compressor discharge line fails, the air system could be depleted and cause the parking brakes to apply. this condition can cause the vehicle to slow down or stop unexpectedly, causing a vehicle crash which could result in property damage and/or personal injury.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install p-clamps and a bracket at the rear of the engine.

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 98V068000 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 98V068000

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

What is recall 98V068000?

NHTSA recall 98V068000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on March 25, 1998. It addresses: Navistar/missing p-clamp/engine. The recall affects approximately 1,190 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 98V068000 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.