Vehicle recall 92V096000 · July 7, 1992

1991-1992 International Harvester 3900FC

The power steering return hose was incorrectly routed, and could kink and reduce power steering assist.

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

Summary: The power steering return hose was incorrectly routed, and could kink and reduce power steering assist.
Consequence: If the power steering return hose kinks and the powerassist is reduced or lost, it could result in loss of steering control andan accident.
Remedy: Install a new, correctly routed, power steering return assembly.
Notes: System: power steering.vehicle description: school bus.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 92V096000
Reported to NHTSA: July 7, 1992
Filed by: NAVISTAR INTL CORP.
Owner notification: August 11, 1992
Vehicles potentially affected: 1,184
Initiated by: NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
Components: Steering › Hydraulic power assist › Hose, piping, and connections

Recall 92V096000 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 3900FC (1991-1992): 1992, 1991

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