1992-1995 Navistar 4800 and Navistar 4900 recall: arm

International Truck And Engine reported this safety recall on July 28, 1998. It covers about 1,463 vehicles.

vehicles affected: 1,463
reported: Jul 28, 1998
owners notified: Oct 9, 1998

Steering: linkages: knuckle: spindle: arm

What is wrong: Vehicle description: heavy duty 4x4 and 6x6 trucks equipped with fabco 12,000 pound front drive axles. The integral tie rod arm of these axles fractures from the spindle yoke.
Risk: If this occurs, a failure of the tie rod arm could result in a loss of steering control to the right wheel.
Remedy: Owners will be provided with a replacement kit which consists of 2 spindle yokes, a steering adjustment screw, and miscellaneous parts along with installation instructions.

Recall number 98V171000

Affected vehicles

Navistar 4800 1992-1995 1992 1993 1994 1995
Navistar 4900 1992-1995 1992 1993 1994 1995

Questions about recall 98V171000

Is there a recall on the 1992-1995 Navistar 4800 and Navistar 4900 arm?

Yes. Recall 98V171000, reported on July 28, 1998, covers about 1,463 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 98V171000?

Owners will be provided with a replacement kit which consists of 2 spindle yokes, a steering adjustment screw, and miscellaneous parts along with installation instructions.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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