1985 INTERNATIONAL HARVESTER PAYSTAR Recalls (2)

Campaign:
86V046000 on 03/30/1986
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Manufactured:
07/31/1985 - 01/31/1986
Affected:
10,002
Defect:
The fuel injection pump throttle shaft bushing may be contaminated with a heat sensitive liquid polymer which can solidify on the bushing at normal engine operating temperature and cause the throttle to stick. consequence of defect: throttle lever may stick and not return to low idle position after accelerator pedal is released. this could result in loss of vehicle control and lead to a vehicle crash without prior warning.
Correction:
Replace fuel injection pump governor housing with a new housing containing new bushings free of contamination.
Notes:
System: fuel injector pump. vehicle description: heavy duty trucks.

Campaign:
86V052000 on 04/23/1986
Component:
Seat belts:front:anchorage
Manufactured:
06/30/1985 - 02/28/1986
Affected:
5,940
Defect:
The seat belts loosen as truck is driven. the non locking retractor takes up any belt slack, giving false impression that the belt is still tight. consequence of defect: the defect can increase the possibility of injury to the belt wearer in event of a vehicle crash.
Correction:
Replace inboard driver and passenger seat belt halves with longer belts that assure proper locking angle between belt webbing and buckle.
Notes:
System: seat belts. vehicle description: heavy-duty trucks built with new style retractor type seat belts with scabbards.

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