NHTSA Recall 80V030000
NHTSA Campaign Id 80V030000; Date: Mar. 19, 1980
Recalled Vehicles:
1979 International Harvester S1600; 1980 International Harvester S1600; 1979 International Harvester S1700; 1980 International Harvester S1700; 1979 International Harvester S1800; 1980 International Harvester S1800; 1979 International Harvester S1900; 1980 International Harvester S1900
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: International Harvester
Affected Units:: 4,180
Recall Summary:
The brake fluid lines which run to and from the frame mounted power assist unit may be incorrectly routed resulting in the lines rubbing or chafing on a fender splash shield bracket.
How to Fix:
All vehicles will be inspected and, if necessary, the brake lines will be repositioned to provide clearance to the splash shield bracket at no charge to owners.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: medium trucks equipped with single system hydraulicbrakes. System: service brakes; hydraulic brake system. Consequences of defect: this condition could cause the line to rub through,allowing brake fluid loss and complete loss of service brakes. This can cause avehicle accident without prior warning.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 4, 1980
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