The 1997 International Harvester 4700 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 13 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Steering (6 reports).
1997 International Harvester 4700 recalls
Most common 1997 International Harvester 4700 problems
Problem areas named in the 13 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Steering | 6 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 4 |
| Visibility | 2 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 2 |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 2 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 1 |
| Tires | 1 |
| Parking Brake | 1 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
PARTS ARE NOT AVAILABLE FOR FOR STEERING RECALL 99V033001 REPAIRS. *AK CONSUMER ADDS MANUFACTURER (SPICER) HAS NOT SENT THE PARTS TO REPLACE THE DEFECTIVE TIE ROD ENDS. *TT
DEALER: WISE INTERNATIONAL; SOUTH BEND. IN; PHONE NUMBER# 219/288-9929 WAS UNABLE TO HONOR MANUFACTURER'S RECALL BECAUSE NO PARTS WERE AVAILABLE. FEEL FREE TO PROVIDE ANY FURTHER INFORMATION.*AK
CONSUMER STATES THAT TIE RODS PARTS ORDERED FOR SAFETY RECALL NOTICE #99501, TO DATE HAVE NOT BEEN RECEIVED, RESULTING IN REPAIRS NOT YET PERFORMED. *TT
CONSUMER RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE. DEALER STATED THEY WOULD LET CONSUMER KNOW WHEN PARTS CAME IN FOR TIE ROD RECALL REPAIRS. *AK THE DEALER WAS NOT ABLE TO CORRECT THE RECALL PROBLEM. *YH
BEEN WAITING FOR DEALER TO CALL BACK TO HONOR RECALL 96V233.002/ TRANS AXLE HOUSING. EVERYTIME CONSUMER CALLED, THE DEALER CLAIMED THAT PARTS WERE NOT AVAILABLE OR PARTS HAVE NOT ARRIVED. *AK
1997 International Harvester 4700 questions
Does the 1997 International Harvester 4700 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1997 International Harvester 4700: Seats; Suspension:Rear; Suspension:Rear; Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1997 International Harvester 4700?
Based on 13 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Steering (6), Vehicle Speed Control (4), Visibility (2).
How do I check if a recall on my 1997 International Harvester 4700 has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.