International · Canada · High
International 1652, 3400 +4 more: Steering
Affects International 1652, 3400, 3600, 3800, 4900, 4700 · 1996–1998 — about 1K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, the tie rod end can pull outboard and separate from the tie rod tube due to improper thread engagement between the male tie rod end and the female tube. A separation of the tie rod end could result in loss of steering control and a possible crash. Correction: The complete tie rod assembly will be replaced on involved vehicles.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.
Critical — crash/injury risk now
High — injury risk; see remedy
Moderate — fix at next service
Low — minor / informational