NHTSA Recall 79V155000
NHTSA Campaign Id 79V155000; Date: Jun. 19, 1979
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 International Harvester Transtar Ii
Component: Steering:wheel And Handle Bar
Manufactured by: International Harvester
Affected Units:: 8,500
Recall Summary:
The pinch bolt holes in the lower steering c0lumn universal joint yoke were drilled off location of the center line, thus reducing bolt to steering gear input shaft engagement. As a result, the joint could slip or separate from the steering gear input shaft.
How to Fix:
The dealer will drill the yoke and install a larger bolt to properly secure the universal joint, without charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: trucks. System: steering; steering column coupling. Consequences of defect: if separation occurs, loss of steering control and avehicle accident could result.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 18, 1979
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