Defect Description For Recall
The Steering Pitman Arm Could Develop Cracks And Eventually Fracture Due To High Bending Loads. Consequence Of Defect: Such A Fracture Could Cause A Loss Of Steering Control And Result In A Vehicle Crash Without Prior Warning.
Make Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER
Model Of Vehicle
CARGOSTAR SERIES
Year
1974
Recall Campaign Number
85V046000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Replace Pitman Arm With A Redesigned Strengthened Arm.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Navistar InTL Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19730701
End Of Manufacture
19850301
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
15500
Date Owners Notified
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Date Report Received
19850426