1983 International Harvester S1600
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1983 International Harvester S1600. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
3 recalls name the 1983 International Harvester S1600. Newest first.
Steering arm may crack after repeated full lock turns due to the lack of end-of-travel relief features. consequence of defect: loss of steering control would be experienced if cracks expand to complete fracture of the arm, and a crash could…
The steering arm may crack after repeated full-lock turns. consequence of defect: if cracks progress to complete fracture of the arm, steering control would be lost and a vehicle accident…
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.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Upon inspection, nuts will be tightened to meet specifications and any undersized tie rod tubes will be replaced.
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