Defect Description For Recall
Steering Arm May Crack After Repeated Full Lock Turns Due To The Lack Of End-Of-Travel Relief Features. Consequence Of Defect: Loss Of Steering Control Would Be Experienced If Cracks Expand To Complete Fracture Of The Arm, And A Crash Could Occur Without Prior Warning.
Make Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER
Model Of Vehicle
S1900
Year
1978
Recall Campaign Number
86V026000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Arm:Idler And Attachment
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Replace Steering Arm With A Redesigned Strengthened Arm.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Navistar InTL Corp.
Start Of Manufacture
19770901
End Of Manufacture
19850501
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
120292
Date Owners Notified
19860121
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Date Report Received
19860114