NHTSA Recall 78V066000
NHTSA Campaign Id 78V066000; Date: Apr. 4, 1978
Recalled Vehicles:
1975 International Harvester Loadstar; 1976 International Harvester Loadstar; 1977 International Harvester Loadstar; 1975 International Harvester School Bus; 1976 International Harvester School Bus; 1977 International Harvester School Bus
Component: Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:hanger/bracket
Manufactured by: International Harvester
Affected Units:: 36,000
Recall Summary:
The bolts that anchor forward mounting brackets for the rear springs may loosen.
How to Fix:
The dealer will replace the original bolts with improved bolts and nuts.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: school buses and truck chassis. System: suspension; mounting bracket. Consequences of defect: continued operation with loose bolts could cause thebrackets to separate from the frame, causing a "fishtailing" effect of the rearend of the vehicle. This may result in a vehicle accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 10, 1978
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