Vehicle recall 96V154000 · August 20, 1996

1996-1997 International Harvester 4700

The steering column used was incorrectly manufactured.

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

Summary: The steering column used was incorrectly manufactured. The tube portion of the steering column has a welded end with a specified length of 5.5 inches. A 3.5 inch welded end was used by mistake. With the shorter end, it is possible there is insufficient engagement of the male end into the tube portion and separation of the column could occur.
Consequence: Should the column separate, the operator would lose steering control increasing the potential for a vehicle accident.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the incorrectly built steering column with a new correctly built steering column.
Notes: Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin September 10, 1996.NOTE:owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.ALSO contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 96V154000
Reported to NHTSA: August 20, 1996
Filed by: INTERNATIONAL TRUCK AND ENGINE
Owner notification: September 6, 1996
Vehicles potentially affected: 215
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Steering › Steering wheel/handle bar

Recall 96V154000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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International Harvester 4700 (1996-1997): 1997, 1996

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