Navistar/brake drum/transmission yoke
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with a 1710 drive line and a 12 x 4 hydraulic parking brake. if the brake drum or transmission yoke are not fully seated when the eight bolts are installed connecting the 3-piece joint, the bolts can loosen.
Safety Consequence
Bolts will eventually work out or shear resulting in drum and drive shaft separation.
Corrective Action
Dealers will inspect the torque of these bolts and re-torque to specification.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from International Truck & Engine Corporation or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 98V228000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 98V228000?
NHTSA recall 98V228000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on September 17, 1998. It addresses: Navistar/brake drum/transmission yoke. The recall affects approximately 1,809 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 98V228000 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.