1978 International Harvester S Series
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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These records cover every 1978 International Harvester S Series. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
5 recalls name the 1978 International Harvester S Series. Newest first.
Engine and brake backup system have common electrical power source; engine could die from electrical failure of the main power feed from the alternator.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in brake failure which could result ina crash without prior warning.
Remedy
Separate engine and brake back up circuits.
The engine shutdown cable located between the dash board and firewall, may interfere with the accelerator linkage.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Engine shutdown cable will be rerouted and strapped down as necessary.
The involved vehicles do not have the required certification labels stating correct tire and rim information. These vehicles do not conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for vehicles other than passenger cars".
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Dealer will inspect and replace incorrect labels free of charge.
As a result of severe shock and vibrations, the brake spiders on the involved vehicles may develop cracks near the camshaft mounting boss. The crack propagates across the spider until the camshaft boss IS completely severed from the remainder of the spider. When the camshaft boss has completely severed, the s-cam, s-cam bracket, air chamber and slack…
Risk and remedy
Remedy
The dealer will replace the front brake spiders on all affected vehicles used in snow plow dump and refuse hauling applications. This will be done at no charge.
A casting deficiency may allow wheels to develop cracks in the spokes between the hub cap mounting area and the rim clamp pocket. Continued usage can lead to the disengaging of the rim and tire from the vehicle.
Risk and remedy
Remedy
Wheels with casting defects will be replaced at no charge.
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