CarRecallWatchThe 2001 International Harvester 4700 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 7 complaints with NHTSA, including 2 fires.
The most-reported problem area is Service Brakes, Hydraulic (5 reports).
2001 International Harvester 4700 recalls
Most common 2001 International Harvester 4700 problems
Problem areas named in the 7 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 5 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
THE GAUGES AND SPEEDOMETER QUIT WORKING ON THE DASH OF THE 2001 INTERNATIONAL MODEL 4700. SO FAR THERE HAVE BEEN NO CONSEQUENCES BUT I HAVE BEEN HEARING THAT IT IS A HAZARDOUS OCCURENCE BECAUSE OF THE POSSIBILITY OF A FIRE IN THE DASHBOARD. TALKING TO OTHER OWNERS OF INTERNATIONAL TRUCKS THEY HAVE ALL EXPERIENCED THE SAME THING, ONE WITH A FIRE OCCURING.*AK
THE BRAKES HAVE BEEN DEFECTIVE SINCE CONSUMER PURCHASED THE VEHICLE. CONSUMER'S VEHICLE WAS INCLUDED IN A RECALL FOR THE SAME BRAKE PROBLEM, BUT PROBLEM RECURRED. ABS LIGHT WAS STILL ON AFTER BEING SERVICED 8 TIMES.*AK
WHILE DRIVING, THE ABS WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED UNTIL THE VEHICLE WAS TURNED OFF. PLEASE PROVIDE MORE INFORMATION. *JB
I OWN A 2001 INTERNATIONAL FLAT BED TOW TRUCK,ALSO REFERRED TO AS A ROLL BACK OR CAR CARRIER.I HAVE HAD ONE INCIDENT WITH THE THE"L"ARM BRACKET THAT RETAINS THE "L"ARM FOR THE WHEEL LIFT COMING OFF MY TRUCK AND ANOTHER INCIDENT WHERE THE COMPLETE HYDRAULIC CONTROL PANEL ASSEMBLY THAT GOES FROM ONE SIDE OF THE TRUCK TO THE OPPOSITE SIDE, FALLING DOWN.THE EQUIPMENT WAS INSTALLED BY CHEVRON CARRIERS AND WRECKERS,LOCATED AT 7320 W.MARKET ST,MERCER,PA,16137.THEIR PHONE NUMBER IS 724-981-7500 OR 800-886-6400.I CONTACTED CHEVRON AND NOTIFIED THEM OF THE PROBLEM WITH THE HYDRAULIC CONTROL PANEL AND ASKED FOR REIMBURSEMENT FOR THE REPAIR TO WHICH I WAS REFUSED.I DEEM THESE TO BE SAFETY ISSUES.BOTH PR
RIGHT REAR HYDRAULIC BRAKE CALIPER FAILED. *MR THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE CALIPER FAILED TO RELEASE PROPERLY AND RESULTED IN A FIRE. THE CONSUMER WAS TRANSPORTING A BULLDOZER AT THE TIME. ALL REAR BRAKES AND CALIPERS WERE REPLACED. WHILE TRANSPORTING A BACKHOE, THE RIGHT FRONT CALIPER FAILED TO RELEASE PROPERLY AND RESULTED IN A NEAR LOSS OF CONTROL. THE THERE WAS AN OCCASION WHERE THE AXLE HAD BROKEN ON THE VEHICLE WHILE IN MOTION. (UNEXPECTEDLY) THE VEHICLE ALSO ACCELERATED ON IT'S OWN ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS AND WAS REPAIRED TWICE TO CORRECT THE PROBLEM. *SCC *JB
2001 International Harvester 4700 questions
Does the 2001 International Harvester 4700 have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 2001 International Harvester 4700: Service Brakes, Air:Antilock:Wheel Speed Sensor; Service Brakes, Air; Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve; Seats. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2001 International Harvester 4700?
Based on 7 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Service Brakes, Hydraulic (5), Suspension (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2001 International Harvester 4700 has been fixed?
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