Recall 89V-049: 1986–1989 International Harvester 400, 1986–1989 International Harvester 500 and 3 more

NAVISTAR INTL CORP. recall for vehicle speed control, reported to NHTSA on Mar 27, 1989, covering about 2,552 vehicles.

NHTSA number
89V-049
Report date
Mar 27, 1989
Vehicles affected
2,552
Owners notified
Apr 25, 1989

The problem

Throttle return springs are subject to fatigue and could fail.

The risk

Failure of both springs causes loss of truck control andcould result in an accident.

The fix

Replace throttle return springs.

Notes

System: throttle return springs.vehicle description: heavy-duty trucks manufactured by nissan diesel.

Recall details

ManufacturerNAVISTAR INTL CORP.
ComponentVehicle Speed Control › Springs
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number89V049000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
International Harvester 4001986, 1987, 1988, 1989All years
International Harvester 5001986, 1987, 1988, 1989All years
International Harvester 6001986, 1987, 1988, 1989All years
International Harvester 7001986, 1987, 1988, 1989All years
International Harvester 9001986, 1987, 1988, 1989All years

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 89V-049?

Throttle return springs are subject to fatigue and could fail.

How is recall 89V-049 fixed?

Replace throttle return springs.

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.