Recalls for 1981 International Harvester Cargostar Series

DEFECT #1 - STEERING:LINKAGES

Posted on: 1985-05-01
Description
The steering pitman arm could develop cracks and eventually fracture due to high bending loads.  Consequence of defect: such a fracture could cause a loss of steering control and result in a vehicle crash without prior warning.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Replace pitman arm with a redesigned strengthened arm.

Notes
Vehicle description: trucks and tractors equipped with 10,800 pound and 12,000pound capacity front axles and sheppard power steering.  System: steering pitman arm.

DEFECT #2 - STEERING:LINKAGES

Posted on: 1984-10-09
Description
The steering arm may crack or break in either low speed or stand still maneuvers.  Cracking may occur as a result of repeated full lock turns.

Consequence


Corrective Action
The existing steering arm will be replaced with a redesigned and strengthened arm.

Notes
Vehicle description:trucks and truck tractors equipped with 10,800 or 12,000 lbcapacity front axles.system: steering linkages; steering arm.consequences of defect: complete fracture results in the loss of steeringcontrol and the possibility of an accident.