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International Harvester 9370 Recall 88V086: Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly

NHTSA campaign 88V086, reported May 23, 1988, 282 vehicles potentially affected.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 88V086NAVISTAR INTL CORP.
Component
TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
Problem
TOO MUCH DISTANCE BETWEEN BOLTS SECURING THE 5TH WHEEL MOUNTING ANGLES TO THE FRAME SIDE RAIL PLACES STRESS ON MOUNTING FASTENERS.
Risk
FASTENERS COULD WORK LOOSE, CAUSING MOUNTING ANGLES TOFAIL AND RESULT IN SEPARATION OF THE 5TH WHEEL FROM THE TRUCK.
Remedy
INSTALL ADDITIONAL FASTENERS AS REQUIRED.
Notes
SYSTEM: 5TH WHEEL BRACKET.VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH SLIDING FONTAINE 5TH WHEELSAND NAVISTAR 4 SPRING OR AIR BAG REAR SUSPENSION.

Affected vehicles

International Harvester 93701988