NHTSA Recall 79V125000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V125000; Date: May. 23, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1978 International Harvester International Harvester; 1979 International Harvester International Harvester
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: International Harvester
Affected Units:: 375
Recall Summary:
The hydraulic brake hose that runs from the frame to the rearmost axle of the tandem bogie is not of sufficient length. In full articulation, with the forward axle up against the frame stops and the rear axle in the extreme downward position, the hose could pull apart.
How to Fix:
Dealer will inspect and relocate hose anchor fitting at frame to a position 2. 5 inches lower to provide adequate hose length.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: medium trucks. System: service brakes; hose, hydraulic. Consequences of defect: this failure would result in partial or total loss ofbraking capability which could cause a vehicle accident.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jun 6, 1979
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