Recall 79V-031: 1978–1979 International Harvester 1600, 1978–1979 International Harvester 1700 and 2 more

The problem

The defect is insecure clamping of the steering column coupling to the steering gear input shaft due to clamp failure. The clamp was improperly heat-treated and may be deformed or fractured. Insecure clamping can cause wear and progressive looseness, which if not detected or not promptly repaired could progress until serrations of shaft and/or internal spline teeth of coupling become stripped.

The fix

The dealer will replace the clamp, bolt and nut on all affected vehicles at no cost to owner.

Notes

Vehicle description: trucks, medium; buses, tractors.system: steering; column coupling.consequences of defect: failure of this connection can cause loss of vehiclecontrol and an accident.

Recall details

Vehicles in this recall

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 79V-031?

The defect is insecure clamping of the steering column coupling to the steering gear input shaft due to clamp failure. The clamp was improperly heat-treated and may be deformed or fractured. Insecure clamping can cause wear and progressive looseness, which if not detected or not promptly repaired could progress until serrations of shaft and/or internal spline teeth of coupling become stripped.

How is recall 79V-031 fixed?

The dealer will replace the clamp, bolt and nut on all affected vehicles at no cost to owner.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.