Recalls for 1981 International Harvester Cargostar Series
2 total recalls found.
DEFECT #1 - STEERING:LINKAGES
Posted on: 1985-05-01Description
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: 1984-10-09Description
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