NHTSA Recall 81V129000
NHTSA Campaign Id 81V129000; Date: Oct. 22, 1981
Recalled Vehicles:
1980 International Harvester S1700; 1981 International Harvester S1700; 1980 International Harvester S1800; 1980 International Harvester S1900; 1981 International Harvester S1900
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: International Harvester
Affected Units:: 1,500
Recall Summary:
An extra adapter fitting used along with an incorrect through-frame fitting may have been installed in the fluid line. The additional length of the extra fitting could move the fluid line into a position of interference with the clutch rod, causing wear on the fluid line.
How to Fix:
The unnecessary adapter fitting will be removed from the brake system and the correct through-frame fitting will be installed. The brake line will be inspected for evidence of wear and replaced, if necessary, at no charge to owner.
Recall Notes:
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with a step fuel tank on theleft side. System: service brakes; fluid line. Consequences of defect: excessive wear could cause a loss of brake fluid. Vehicle braking capability would be reduced or lost without prior warning andan accident could result.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 2, 1981
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