Recalls › 83V127000

NHTSA recall 83V127000

Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections

International Harvester S1700 and 2 more

Reported Dec 2, 19831,387 vehicles affectedINTERNATIONAL HARVESTERBuilt Apr 1, 1980 – Sep 1, 1983

The defect

Within the steering system, high operating temperatures may cause eventual deterioration of the hose which returns power steering fluid to the pump. The hose may rupture and power steering assist will be lost.

The remedy

Dealer will replace the power steering hose and install a heat shield between the engine and hose at no charge.

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Vehicles in this recall

International Harvester S1700
19801981198219831984
International Harvester S1800
19801981198219831984
International Harvester S1900
19801981198219831984

Notes

Vehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with V-392 engine and powersteering.system: steering; power steering return hose.consequences of defect: a ruptured line may spray atomized steering fluid onengine manifold without warning, possibly resulting in a fire and personalinjury.