Recalls for your 1983 International Harvester S Series

Recalls for 1983 International Harvester S Series

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3 recalls found.
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DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR


Posted on: 1987-02-02
Description
Engine and brake backup system have common electrical power source; engine could die from electrical failure of the main power feed from the alternator.

Consequence
This could result in brake failure which could result ina crash without prior warning.

Corrective Action
Separate engine and brake back up circuits.

Notes
System: electrical.vehicle description: cargostar and s series 1600-2100 model trucks and buses.

DEFECT #2 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL


Posted on: 1984-09-10
Description
The engine shutdown cable located between the dash board and firewall, may interfere with the accelerator linkage.

Consequence


Corrective Action
Engine shutdown cable will be rerouted and strapped down as necessary.

Notes
Vehicle description: school buses equipped with diesel engines.system: carburetion; accelerator control linkage.consequences of defect: the engine may not return to idle and loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident could result.

DEFECT #3 - SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DRUM:DRUM


Posted on: 1983-04-06
Description
The 3/4 inch diameter fasteners which join the rear axle brake drum to the wheels were not tightened properly.  These fasteners may loosen during vehicle operation, causing damage to the drum and brakes of the wheel.

Consequence


Corrective Action
The dealer will inspect and retighten fasteners to specified level and replace damaged components, if necessary.

Notes
Vehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with 22,000 lb.  Rear axles or largerand with cast wheels.system: suspension; wheel and drum fasteners.consequences of defect: if the damage were to occur on the rear wheel of avehicle equipped with air brakes, the distance required to stop the vehiclecould be increased significantly.  If damage were to occur on a vehicle equippedwith hydraulic brakes, a total loss of the vehicles braking capability couldresult in a crash without prior warning.