CarRecallWatch- Component
- EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES
- Problem
- Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. (Maintainer) is recalling certain modified 2019-2020 International CV 515 and Chevrolet Silverado tow vehicles equipped with Allison 2700 series transmissions with Chelsea Power Take Offs (PTO). The PTOs were installed incorrectly and as a result, the attachment hardware may loosen over time.
- Risk
- If the PTO attachment hardware loosens it could cause a loss of transmission fluid which may result in the rear wheel locking up, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Maintainer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the PTO and install a new attachment stud kit, free of charge. The recall began June 9, 2020. Owners may contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
On certain 2019-2020 International CV and Chevrolet Silverado medium-duty tow vehicles with Allison 2700 series transmissions and Chelsea Power Take Offs, the PTO was installed incorrectly. Over time, its attachment hardware may loosen.
If the hardware loosens, transmission fluid can be lost, which may cause the rear wheel to lock up and increases the risk of a crash.
Owners will be notified by Maintainer Corporation of Iowa. Dealers will inspect the PTO and install a new attachment stud kit at no charge. You can contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588, and you should check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| International CV | 20192020 |
|---|---|
| International Motors Chevy Silverado Medium Duty | 20192020 |