1980 International Harvester 1723
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 1980 International Harvester 1723. Newest first.
The saginaw gear does not relieve pressure when the wheels have been turned fully against the axle stops. The resulting continued pressure on the steering system can result in the development of cracks in the splines of the pitman shaft, which can develop into a complete fracture of the pitman shaft.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fracture of the pitman shaft causes complete loss ofsteering control, which could result in a vehicle accident if fracture occurswhile vehicle IS in motion.
Remedy
Replace the existing pitman shaft in the steering gear assembly with a new, strengthened pitman shaft.
The fuel system failed the crash barrier test.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The fuel tank was punctured, resulting in fluid lossgreater than allowed by fmvss 301, "fuel system integrity". Fuel spills ina collision could lead to a vehicle fire if exposed to a source of ignition.
Remedy
Modify the fuel tank cage to comply with fmvss 301.
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