Safety Recalls of International Harvester 9670 Vehicles

There have been 5 safety recalls for the International Harvester 9670. The most recent recalls are shown below. Table 1 and Table 2 show the historical recalls and the recall statistics by the model year of the International Harvester 9670.

NHTSA Recall #: 89V021000; 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
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. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 87V076000; May. 26, 1987

Should the step fail while being used it could cause personal injury.

Recalled Vehicles: 1980 International Harvester 9670, 1981 International Harvester 9670, 1982 International Harvester 9670, 1983 International Harvester 9670, 1984 International Harvester 9670, 1985 International Harvester 9670, 1986 International Harvester 9670, 1987 International Harvester 9670
Component: STRUCTURE
Recall Summary: Left and right cab steps, located directly under the driver and passenger cab doors, could fail from corrosion. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 86V085000; Jul. 1, 1986

Recalled Vehicles: 1986 International Harvester 9370, 1986 International Harvester 9670, 1986 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1986 International Harvester S Series
Component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Recall Summary: Truck tractor to trailer hoses installed on these trucks may not meet adhesion requirements of fmvss 106, hydraulic brake hoses. The hose outer cover and braid did not with stand tensile force required by the standard.... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 86V052000; Apr. 8, 1986

Recalled Vehicles: 1985 International Harvester 9370, 1986 International Harvester 9370, 1985 International Harvester 9670, 1986 International Harvester 9670, 1985 International Harvester Paystar, 1986 International Harvester Paystar, 1985 International Harvester S Series, 1986 International Harvester S Series
Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT:ANCHORAGE
Recall Summary: The seat belts loosen as truck is driven. The non locking retractor takes up any belt slack, giving false impression that the belt is still tight. Consequence of defect: the defect can increase the possibility of injury to the belt wearer in event of a vehicle crash. ... Details of this recall 🔎

NHTSA Recall #: 83V120000; Nov. 17, 1983

Recalled Vehicles: 1981 International Harvester 4270, 1982 International Harvester 4270, 1983 International Harvester 4270, 1984 International Harvester 4270, 1981 International Harvester 4370, 1982 International Harvester 4370, 1983 International Harvester 4370, 1984 International Harvester 4370, 1981 International Harvester 9670, 1982 International Harvester 9670, 1983 International Harvester 9670, 1984 International Harvester 9670, 1981 International Harvester S2275, 1982 International Harvester S2275, 1983 International Harvester S2275, 1984 International Harvester S2275
Component: SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS:LEAF SPRING ASSEMBLY:LEAF
Recall Summary: A spring leaf may fracture through the center hole section. This occurs due to loosening of the spring-to-axle mounting attachment following extreme flexing of the spring leaves. This kind of fracture makes the remaining two leaves vulnerable to progressive fracture. ... Details of this recall 🔎

Table 1. Historical Recalls of International Harvester 9670 Vehicles

Date Component Vehicle Affected
Feb. 17, 1989   Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages 5,532
May. 26, 1987   Structure 68,180
Jul. 1, 1986   Service Brakes, Air:supply:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings 3,226
Apr. 8, 1986   Seat Belts:front:anchorage 5,940
Nov. 17, 1983   Suspension:rear:springs:leaf Spring Assembly:leaf 520


Table 2. Recall Statistics of International Harvester 9670 Model Years

Model# Recalls
1989 International Harvester 9670 1
1987 International Harvester 9670 1
1986 International Harvester 9670 3
1985 International Harvester 9670 2
1984 International Harvester 9670 2
1983 International Harvester 9670 2
1982 International Harvester 9670 2
1981 International Harvester 9670 2
1980 International Harvester 9670 1