Defect Description For Recall
A Spring Leaf May Fracture Through The Center Hole SeCTIon. This Occurs Due To Loosening Of The Spring-To-Axle Mounting Attachment Following Extreme Flexing Of The Spring Leaves. This Kind Of Fracture Makes The Remaining Two Leaves Vulnerable To Progressive Fracture.
Make Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER
Model Of Vehicle
4270
Year
1984
Recall Campaign Number
83V120000
Component Description
Suspension:Rear:Springs:Leaf Spring Assembly:Leaf
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Vehicles Will Have The Three-Leaf Spring Assembly Replaced With An Improved Unit.
Vehicle Manufacturer
International Harvester
Start Of Manufacture
19800601
End Of Manufacture
19831001
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
520
Date Owners Notified
19840102
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Date Report Received
19831117