There have been 17 safety recalls for the International Harvester Cargostar Series. 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 Cargostar Series.
This could result in brake failure which could result ina crash without prior warning.
| Recalled Vehicles: 1984 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1985 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1986 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1978 International Harvester S Series, 1979 International Harvester S Series, 1980 International Harvester S Series, 1981 International Harvester S Series, 1982 International Harvester S Series, 1983 International Harvester S Series, 1984 International Harvester S Series, 1985 International Harvester S Series, 1986 International Harvester S Series, 1987 International Harvester S Series |
| Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR |
| Recall Summary: Engine and brake backup system have common electrical power source; engine could die from electrical failure of the main power feed from the alternator. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| 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 🔎 |
| Recalled Vehicles: 1985 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1986 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1985 International Harvester Paystar, 1986 International Harvester Paystar, 1985 International Harvester S Series, 1986 International Harvester S Series |
| Component: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM |
| Recall Summary: The fuel injection pump throttle shaft bushing may be contaminated with a heat sensitive liquid polymer which can solidify on the bushing at normal engine operating temperature and cause the throttle to stick.... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Recalled Vehicles: 1973 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1974 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1975 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1976 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1977 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1978 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1979 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1980 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1981 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1982 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1983 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1984 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1985 International Harvester Cargostar Series |
| Component: STEERING:LINKAGES |
| Recall Summary: The steering pitman arm could develop cracks and eventually fracture due to high bending loads. Consequence of defect: such a fracture could cause a loss of steering control and result in a vehicle crash without prior warning. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Recalled Vehicles: 1975 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1976 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1977 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1978 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1979 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1980 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1981 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1982 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1983 International Harvester Cargostar Series, 1984 International Harvester Cargostar Series |
| Component: STEERING:LINKAGES |
| Recall Summary: The steering arm may crack or break in either low speed or stand still maneuvers. Cracking may occur as a result of repeated full lock turns. ... Details of this recall 🔎 |
| Date | Component | Vehicle Affected |
|---|---|---|
| Jan. 29, 1987 | Electrical System:alternator/generator/regulator | 101,072 |
| Jul. 1, 1986 | Service Brakes, Air:supply:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 3,226 |
| Mar. 21, 1986 | Fuel System, Gasoline:fuel Injection System | 10,002 |
| Apr. 26, 1985 | Steering:linkages | 15,500 |
| Sep. 19, 1984 | Steering:linkages | 13,200 |
| Aug. 14, 1984 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components | 450 |
| Mar. 14, 1983 | Service Brakes, Air:drum:drum | 1,900 |
| Oct. 16, 1979 | Equipment:other:labels | 18,778 |
| Sep. 18, 1979 | Service Brakes, Air:drum | 25,000 |
| Dec. 28, 1977 | Suspension:rear | 7,525 |
| Oct. 17, 1977 | Wheels:multi Piece | 21,980 |
| Oct. 31, 1975 | Service Brakes, Air:supply:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 8,500 |
| Jun. 23, 1975 | Service Brakes, Air:antilock:control Unit/module | 8,500 |
| May. 15, 1975 | Power Train:automatic Transmission | 3,000 |
| Mar. 24, 1975 | Service Brakes, Air:drum | 400 |
| Jul. 16, 1974 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages | 685 |
| Jan. 7, 1972 | Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings | 79 |
| Model | # Recalls |
|---|---|
| 1986 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 3 |
| 1985 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 3 |
| 1984 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 4 |
| 1983 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 4 |
| 1982 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 4 |
| 1981 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 2 |
| 1980 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 2 |
| 1979 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 3 |
| 1978 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 4 |
| 1977 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 6 |
| 1976 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 5 |
| 1975 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 8 |
| 1974 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 4 |
| 1973 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 3 |
| 1972 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 3 |
| 1971 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 3 |
| 1970 International Harvester Cargostar Series | 1 |