Defect Description For Recall
The Wiring Harness May Have Been Entrapped, Out Of Position, In A Pinched Condition At A Frame Outrigger During Assembly Of The Body Chassis. The Trailer Feed Wire Is Not Protected By A Fuse Or Circuit And Is Susceptible To A Short Circuit Occurrence.
Make Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER
Model Of Vehicle
SCOUT SERIES
Year
1978
Recall Campaign Number
78V100000
Component Description
Electrical System:Wiring: Rear Compartment/Trunk
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
The Dealer Will Inspect Vehicles For This Pinched Condition, Add Clipping To Ensure Positive Location Of Wiring Harness And Proper Separation From Fuel Line At Outrigger And Install A Circuit Breaker On The Trailer Feed Wire At No Charge.
Vehicle Manufacturer
International Harvester
Start Of Manufacture
19760401
End Of Manufacture
19780401
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
20398
Date Owners Notified
19780609
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Date Report Received
19780503