NHTSA Campaign Id 89V021000; Date: Feb. 17, 1989
The hinge pin could work itself out of the hinge,allowing the brake treadle to separate from the floor mounting; driver wouldnot be able to apply the brakes with the foot valve, resulting in a potentialfor an accident
Recalled Vehicles:1989 International Harvester 9670; 1989 International Harvester 9700
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages
Manufactured by: Navistar Intl Corp.
Affected Units:: 5,532
Recall Summary:The cotter pin that holds in place the hinge pin, which connects the brake treadle (pedal) to the floor mounting plate, may have been omitted.
How to Fix:Replace any missing cotter pin at the brake treadle hinge pin.
Recall Notes:System: brake pedal. Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 17, 1989
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