- The problem
- Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011 international 7300, 7400, and 7500 vehicles manufactured from june 30, 2010, through october 13, 2010. These vehicles were built with an incorrect steering system draglink.
- The risk
- Drivers may experience degraded steering feel and control, increasing the risk of a crash possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
- The fix
- Dealers will replace the steering draglink and pitman arm and will also inspect the steering arm for damage and replace if necessary. This service will be performed free of charge. All the affected vehicles have been repaired, therefore an owner notification letter will not be issued for this campaign. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
Vehicle safety record
2011 International 7300 Problems, complaints & recalls
No owner complaints about the 2011 International 7300 have been filed with NHTSA. It is covered by 3 recalls, the latest in November 2010 for the shaft sector.
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
2011 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
- Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011 international 7300, 7400, 7500, vehicles for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108,Ds"'lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." These vehicles are installed with improper headlight height of 55.5 Inches and the correct height should be 54 inches.
- The risk
- Improper height on the headlights may not fully illuminate the road surface or may inhibit the ability of motorists to see vehicles which can increase the risk of a crash.
- The fix
- Dealers will install the correct headlights free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or before february 25, 2010. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
- The problem
- Navistar has notified nhtsa of a defect on certain model year 2008-2011 international trucks equipped with an optional jump start stud. Corrosion at the base of the stud may cause an electrical short between the stud and battery box.
- The risk
- AN ELECTRICAL SHORT MAY CAUSE A VEHICLE FIRE.
- The fix
- A final remedy has been established. Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles by installing a new jump start stud. Repairs will be preformed free of charge. An interim action will involve the removal of the jump start stud and the connecting cable. The safety recall began on september 10, 2010. Owners may contact international dealers at 1-800-448-7825.
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International 7300: every year compared
All 7300 years2011 International 7300 vs rivals
| Vehicle | Complaints | Recalls | Grade | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 International 7300 | 0 | 3 | C | |
| 2011 International 3200 | 2 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2011 International 8600 | 1 | 3 | C | Compare |
| 2011 International 4300 | 1 | 7 | C | Compare |
| 2011 International 1300 | 1 | 1 | B | Compare |
| 2011 International 4400 | 1 | 3 | C | 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 2011 International 7300
Does the 2011 International 7300 have any recalls?
Yes - NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2011 International 7300: shaft sector (November 2010); headlights (October 2010); 12v / 24v / 48v battery (March 2010). 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 2011 International 7300 had?
None have been filed with NHTSA so far.
Is the 2011 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 2011 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