Vehicle recall 83V127000 · December 2, 1983

International Harvester S1700, S1800 and 1 more model

Within the steering system, high operating temperatures may cause eventual deterioration of the hose which returns power steering fluid to the pump.

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Summary: Within the steering system, high operating temperatures may cause eventual deterioration of the hose which returns power steering fluid to the pump. The hose may rupture and power steering assist will be lost.
Remedy: Dealer will replace the power steering hose and install a heat shield between the engine and hose at no charge.
Notes: Vehicle description: heavy trucks equipped with V-392 engine and powersteering.system: steering; power steering return hose.consequences of defect: a ruptured line may spray atomized steering fluid onengine manifold without warning, possibly resulting in a fire and personalinjury.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 83V127000
Reported to NHTSA: December 2, 1983
Filed by: INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER
Owner notification: November 11, 1983
Vehicles potentially affected: 1,387
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections

Recall 83V127000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.

International Harvester S1700 (1980-1984): 1984, 1983, 1982, 1981, 1980
International Harvester S1800 (1980-1984): 1984, 1983, 1982, 1981, 1980
International Harvester S1900 (1980-1984): 1984, 1983, 1982, 1981, 1980

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