International Harvester 1973–1978 Engine And Engine Cooling recall
Recalled September 18, 1979 · NHTSA recall 79V212000 · International Harvester
Remedy
THE DEALER WILL INSTALL IMPROVED SEPARATORS AND RELOCATE BOTH THE SEPARATOR AND FUEL CANISTER WITHOUT CHARGE.
Units
2,950 units
Description
THE FUEL SEPARATORS ON THE INVOLVED VEHICLES MAY HAVE THIN WALLS DUE TO A MATERIAL THICKNESS PROBLEM. THE SEPARATORS IN THESE WALLS MAY CRACK AND MAY ALLOW FUEL VAPORS OR LIQUID FUEL TO LEAK INTO THE ENGINE UNDER HIGH PRESSURE CONDITIONS.
What to do
THE DEALER WILL INSTALL IMPROVED SEPARATORS AND RELOCATE BOTH THE SEPARATOR AND FUEL CANISTER WITHOUT CHARGE.
Product
International Harvester LOADSTAR SERIES
Manufacturer(s)
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK & ENGINE CORPORATION
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →