- The problem
- On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with international dt530, cummins, or caterpillar i-6 engines, the positive battery cable between the batteries and the starter may rub against an electrical ground cable between the starter and frame rail.
- The risk
- THIS COULD CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT AND/OR FIRE.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect for any chafing. If there is no evidence of chafing, a saddle clamp will be installed. If there is evidence of chafing, the damaged cables will be replaced and the saddle clamp installed. The recall began on august 16, 2004. Owners should contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
Vehicle safety record
2003 International 7300 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2003 International 7300 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in June 2004 for the cables.
NHTSA data checked
CAbout as many problems as a typical 7300 year, for its age
- Complaints
- 0
- Recalls
- 3
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 0
- Injuries
- 0
- Deaths
- 0
2003 International 7300 recalls 3
Recall repairs are free. Your dealer fixes them whether or not you bought the car there - check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see if yours is done. What to do
- The problem
- On certain trucks equipped with dt466 or dt530 1308 style engines and 4x4 or 6x6 capability, the universal joint between the front drive shaft and drive axle could come in contact with the engine oil filter under certain braking conditions.
- The risk
- This could cause a loss of complete engine oil which could result in the engine shutting down and increase the risk of property damage, personal injury, or a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will install a shorter oil filter and adapter. Owner notification is expected to begin april 29, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
- The problem
- On certain heavy duty trucks, the fuel line is routed too close to a turbo charger outlet/exhaust pipe. If an interference condition occurs between the fuel harness and the exhaust pipe, the fuel line inside the reflective heat wrap could melt due to excessive heat.
- The risk
- The melting of the line could result in immediate engine shut down, increasing the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will inspect the vehicles for proper routing of the fuel harness. If the harness is routed near the exhaust system, a new fuel harness will be installed. Owner notification began december 27, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
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International 7300: every year compared
All 7300 years2003 International 7300 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 International 7300 | 0 | 3 | C | |
| 2003 International 4300 | 8 | 4 | D | Compare |
| 2003 International 4400 | 4 | 4 | F | Compare |
| 2003 International 4000 | 1 | 2 | C | Compare |
| 2003 International 1552 | 1 | 1 | D | Compare |
More sales usually means more complaints, so compare similar vehicles of the same year. The grade compares each vehicle with its own model's other years.
Questions about the 2003 International 7300
Does the 2003 International 7300 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2003 International 7300: cables (June 2004); universal joint (March 2004); hoses, lines / piping, and fittings (July 2002). Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours has been fixed.
How many complaints has the 2003 International 7300 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2003 International 7300 a reliable vehicle?
Its Safety Index is 43 out of 100 (grade C: about as many problems as a typical International 7300 year, for its age). The index weighs complaints, crashes, fires, injuries, deaths and recalls against how long the vehicle has been on the road, compared with the same model's other years. It is not a measure of every repair - read the complaints and owner experiences, and have any used vehicle inspected before you buy.
What should I do if my 2003 International 7300 has a problem?
If it is a safety problem, stop driving it if it is unsafe and contact your dealer. Report it to NHTSA at nhtsa.gov/report-a-safety-problem - enough reports start investigations and recalls - and share your experience here so other owners know what to look for.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) complaints and recalls, checked . Complaints are owners' own reports and are not verified. How we use the data