International Harvester S Series recalls by year
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
14 recalls found for the International Harvester S Series in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Choose a model year:
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Newest International Harvester S Series recalls
- Jun 20, 198888V096000Steering5,587 vehiclesInternational Harvester Metro, S Series and 1 more model
Right side tie rod steering arm on front steering axle may have missed the heat treatment operations.
- Sep 18, 198787V150000Engine and engine cooling1,521 vehicles1987 International Harvester S Series
Engine viscous fan drive mounting studs located in fan spacer may not be of specified hardness, nor have specified thread locking material.
- Jan 29, 198787V005000Electrical system101,072 vehiclesInternational Harvester S Series and Cargostar Series
Engine and brake backup system have common electrical power source; engine could die from electrical failure of the main power feed from the alternator.
- Jul 1, 198686V085000Service brakes, air3,226 vehiclesInternational Harvester 9370, 9670 and 2 more models
Truck tractor to trailer hoses installed on these trucks may not meet adhesion requirements of FMVSS 106, hydraulic brake hoses.
- Apr 8, 198686V052000Seat belts5,940 vehiclesInternational Harvester 9370, 9670 and 2 more models
The seat belts loosen as truck is driven.
- Mar 21, 198686V046000Fuel system, gasoline10,002 vehiclesInternational Harvester Cargostar Series, Paystar and 1 more model
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…
- Aug 14, 198484V091000Vehicle speed control16,000 vehicles1978-1984 International Harvester S Series
The engine shutdown cable located between the dash board and firewall, may interfere with the accelerator linkage.
- Mar 14, 198383V029000Service brakes, air1,900 vehiclesInternational Harvester Cargostar Series, CO1700 and 6 more models
The 3/4 inch diameter fasteners which join the rear axle brake drum to the wheels were not tightened properly.
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