Defect Description For Recall
The Pinch Bolt Holes In The Lower Steering C0Lumn Universal Joint Yoke Were Drilled Off Location Of The Center Line, Thus Reducing Bolt To Steering Gear Input Shaft Engagement. As A Result, The Joint Could Slip Or Separate From The Steering Gear Input Shaft.
Make Of Vehicle
INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER
Model Of Vehicle
TRANSTAR II
Year
1979
Recall Campaign Number
79V155000
Component Description
Steering: Steering Wheel/Handle Bar
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
The Dealer Will Drill The Yoke And Install A Larger Bolt To Properly Secure The Universal Joint, Without Charge To Owner.
Vehicle Manufacturer
International Harvester
Start Of Manufacture
19790101
End Of Manufacture
19790601
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
8500
Date Owners Notified
19790718
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Date Report Received
19790619