International · Canada · High
International 1000, 9000 +7 more: Steering
Affects International 1000, 9000, Fe Bus, 4000, 5000, Re Bus, 2000, 8000, 3000 · 1999–2000 — about 2K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, the TRW tie rod and drag link ball stud ends contain bearings that are below the specified case depth and/or hardness. This can lead to premature wear out and a possible separation of the ball stud from the socket and loss of steering control. Correction: All affected tie rods and drag links with different design ends will be replaced.
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