Defect Description For Recall
The Nuts That Mount The Tie Rod Ends To The Steering Arms May Not Have Been Securely Fastened; The Nuts Could Loosen And Eventually Fall Off. Also, Tie Rod Tubes On Some Axle Assemblies May Be Too Short. Either Condition Could Lead To A Separation Of The Tie Rod From The Steering Arm.
Make Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER
Model Of Vehicle
S1900
Year
1983
Recall Campaign Number
83V075000
Component Description
Steering:Linkages:Tie Rod Assembly
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Upon InspeCTIon, Nuts Will Be Tightened To Meet Specifications And Any Undersized Tie Rod Tubes Will Be Replaced.
Vehicle Manufacturer
International Harvester
Start Of Manufacture
19830501
End Of Manufacture
19830601
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
1318
Date Owners Notified
19830914
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Date Report Received
19830817