Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2000-2001 International 4700, 2000-2002 4900, 2001-2003 8100 (TranStar) and 9100I, 2002-2003, 2005, 2007-2009, 2012-2014 and 2016-2018 DuraStar, 2012 and 2014-2017 ProStar, 2014-2015 TerraStar, and 2018 LT...
1990-2004 · 7 model years
International 4700 Problems by year
Owners have filed 3 complaints about the International 4700 across 7 model years, and it has 6 recalls. The 2004 has the most complaints once its age is allowed for (1). The most reported problem area is the brakes, followed by the engine & cooling.
- Complaints
- 3
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
4700 complaints by model year
Highlighted: the year with the most complaints for its age. Older vehicles have had more time to collect complaints - the Safety Index grade allows for that.
Most common 4700 problems
International 4700 recalls 6
On certain school buses and truck model vehicles manufactured between february 28, 1999, through april 5, 2004, the anti-lock brake system electronic control unit (ecu) may misinterpret a corrupt wheel speed signal.
On certain heavy duty trucks, a brass fitting connects the double check valve to the brake relay valve. With certain inputs to the vehicle, the weight of the check valve on the fitting can cause the assembly to resonate. The subject vibration can cause...
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with bostrom driver seat models 910, 910sc, or 914 and international's parking brake code 04036, if someone outside the cab adjusts/slides the driver's seat to its most forward position, with the parking brake set, the...
On certain medium and heavy duty trucks, a brass fitting connects the double check valve to the brake relay valve. With certain inputs to the vehicle, the weight of the check valve on the fitting can cause the assembly to resonate. The subject vibration can...
The throttle valve inside the hydraulic brake booster may deform from buildup of heat and pressure and close-off fluid return ports.
Latest 4700 complaints
Loss of acceleration (fly by wire)couldn't get out of way of traffic(idle only).International had to install a service kit to overlay wiring harness to correct problem (old wiring still in harness). *Tr
The vehicle had been to the dealer on several occasions, for problems with the engine.*Jb
While driving down a city street travlling 25mph noticed a smell of burning brakes. Pulled over, noticed smoke coming out of the front right brake housing. Took a hose to it to cool it down. Wheel was in danger of exploding or starting a fire. Contacted dealer still under warranty. This is a brand new design "diamond life brake system". One of the mechanic told him that there is a design flaw on the hydraulic brake system, causing these failure. The left rear caught on fire. This time going 50mph on the hwy. No warning. No nothing. Didn't even allow the brakes. *Ak
Questions about the International 4700
Which International 4700 years have the most problems?
Which International 4700 years have the fewest complaints?
What are the most common International 4700 problems?
Across every model year, owners report problems with the brakes (1), engine & cooling (1), acceleration & cruise control (1) most often.
How many recalls does the International 4700 have?
NHTSA lists 6 recalls across all International 4700 model years. Each year's page lists the recalls for that year; check your own vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether the repair has been done.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked daily. Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data