Recall 93V112000: 1991–1992 International Harvester 3800

Report received

Jul 7, 1993

Manufacturer

International truck and engine

Potentially affected

10,629vehicles

Model years

1991–1992

Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.

What NHTSA recorded

The fuel tank cage assembly bolts mounting the vertical straps to the horizontal angle were assembled with the threaded end of the bolts facing the fuel tank.

Possible consequence

If the fuel tank cage is struck with sufficient force itis possible for the bolts to pierce the fuel tank and cause fuel leakage.fuel leakage exposed to a source of ignition can result in a fire.

Remedy

The fuel tank cage mounting bolts will be removed and reinstalled with the bolt head toward the tank.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

• 1991 International Harvester 38001 complaints
• 1992 International Harvester 38000 complaints