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Recall of the 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004 International 1552, 1652, 3000, 3400, 3800, 4700, 4900, CE, FE, RE School Buses

International Truck & Engine Corporation

Models:  International 1552, 1999-2004
Models:  International 1652, 1999-2004
Models:  International 3000, 1999-2004
Models:  International 3400, 1999-2004
Models:  International 3800, 1999-2004
Models:  International 4700, 1999-2004
Models:  International 4900, 1999-2004
Models:  International CE, 1999-2004
Models:  International FE, 1999-2004
Models:  International RE, 1999-2004
Number Potentially Involved:   81,883
Dates of Manufacture:    February 1999 - April 2004

Defect:     On certain school buses and heavy duty trucks, the anti-lock brake system (ABS) electronic control unit (ECU) may misinterpret a wheel speed signal. The signal may improperly activate the ABS, instead of deactivating the ABS. This may result in the driver experiencing a hard pedal feel and a decrease in deceleration at the end of the stop, resulting in extended stopping distances that could cause a crash.

Remedy:    Dealers will inspect and repair the affected vehicles. The manufacturer has reported that owner notification to school bus owners began on June 11, 2004, and to truck owners on August 13, 2004. Owners may contact International at 1-800-448-7825.

NHTSA Recall No.  04V269
International Recall No.  04507/04508

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