2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
3
Owner Complaints
10
Recalls
17
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR
The 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR has received a total of 3 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 11 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, WHEELS. 17 technical service bulletins have been issued by International Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control (1 complaint), Fuel System Otherdeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings (1 complaint), and Visibilitywindshield (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR
NHTSA has recorded 11 recalls for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR, potentially affecting up to 169,649 vehicles.
Recall 23V353000 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS
| 32,880 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2000-2003 International 8100, 2001-2003 International 9100i, 2001-2007 International 9400i, 2001-2010 International 9200i, 2002-2007, 2009 International 8500, 2003-2007, 2013 International 9900i, 2003-2018 International 8600, 2004, 2007 International 9900iX, 2008-2018 International ProStar, 2010-2011, 2013, 2016 International LoneStar, 2011-2012, 2016 International 4400, 2017-2024 International LT, 2018-2024 International RH, 2019-2021 International LS, 2019-2024 International MV vehicles. The back-up...
Consequence: Low visibility or obstructed back up lights may not alert other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the existing rear stop/turn signal lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 06, 2024. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23514.
View full details →Recall 14V688000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| 18,798 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2010-2015 International Lonestar vehicles manufactured October 12, 2009, to June 16, 2014, and 2009-2015 International ProStar vehicles manufactured December 16, 2008, to June 20, 2014. In the affected vehicles the electrical harness that supplies power to the HVAC system may not be of sufficient size for the electrical load of the circuit....
Consequence: An increase in resistance and heating at the connectors could cause a vehicle fire.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the 60 amp relay and battery harness with a 150 amp relay and battery harness, free of charge. Navistar issued an interim notification to owners on December 29, 2014. The recall began...
View full details →Recall 12V339000 — WHEELS
| 16 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 International Lonestar vehicles, manufactured from January 29, 2009, through February 21, 2011 and equipped with the Harley Davidson option package with feature codes 27DRV and 28DRV. Over time, due to corrosion and fatigue, the wheels may crack, resulting in possible wheel separation from the vehicle.
Consequence: If this occurs, the driver may lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected wheels, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 7, 2012. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-260-461-1890.
View full details →Recall 10V383000 — VISIBILITY:REAR WINDOW WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
| 39,544 vehicles affected
Defect: NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2008 THROUGH 2011 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR AND LONESTAR HEAVY TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 2, 2007 THROUGH JUNE 1, 2010. THE PASSENGER SIDE WINDSHIELD WIPER LINKAGE ROD MAY SEPARATE FROM EITHER THE WIPER DRIVE ARM OR PASSENGER SIDE PIVOT ASSEMBLY.
Consequence: WHEN THE LINKAGE SEPARATES, THE PASSENGER SIDE WIPER ARM WILL NO LONGER OPERATE WHICH COULD LEAD TO REDUCED DRIVER VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: NAVISTAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND INTERNATIONAL DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WINDSHIELD WIPER LINKAGE ASSEMBLY FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT DECEMBER 17, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NAVISTAR AT 1-800-448-7825.
View full details →Recall 10V408000 — WHEELS
| 32 vehicles affected
Defect: NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 AND 2011 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR HEAVY TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 11, 2008 THROUGH JUNE 14, 2010, EQUIPPED WITH STYLED ALUMINUM WHEELS, FEATURE CODE 27DRS OR 27DRT. ON SOME VEHICLES, THE WHEELS MAY DEVELOP CRACKS IN THE SPOKES. THE CRACKS MAY PROGRESS OVER TIME TO THE POINT OF WHEEL FAILURE POSSIBLY RESULTING IN WHEEL SEPARATION...
Consequence: WHEEL SEPARATION INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH WHICH MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
Remedy: NAVISTAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE AFFECTED WHEELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL IS EXPECTED TO BEGIN ON OR ABOUT OCTOBER 15, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NAVISTAR AT 1-800-448-7825.
View full details →Recall 10V107000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
| 29,460 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: AN ELECTRICAL SHORT MAY CAUSE A VEHICLE FIRE.
Remedy: 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...
View full details →Recall 10V259000 — STEERING:GEAR BOX:SHAFT PITMAN
| 1,220 vehicles affected
Defect: NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 AND 2011 INTERNATIONAL 4300M, 8600, LONESTAR AND PROSTAR BRAND TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 6, 2009 THROUGH MAY 25, 2010. THE FASTENER THAT CLAMPS THE PITMAN ARM TO THE STEERING GEAR SHAFT MAY HAVE BEEN UNDERTORQUED UPON ASSEMBLY. AN UNDER TORQUE CONDITION MAY CAUSE WEAR OF THE INTERCONNECTING SPLINES OF THE ARM AND THE...
Consequence: A REDUCTION OF STEERING CONTROL INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy: NAVISTAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 9, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NAVISTAR AT 1-800-448-7825.
View full details →Recall 10V037000 — ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
| 1,437 vehicles affected
Defect: NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR AND LONESTAR TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH FEATURE CODE 04AZT ROLL STABILITY CONTROL. THE AIR LINE THAT SUPPLIES THE TRACTION SOLENOID VALVE OF THE ROLL STABILITY CONTROL (RSC) SYSTEM MAY HAVE BEEN CONNECTED TO AN INCORRECT PORT ON THE AIR TANK. THIS CONDITION WILL AFFECT AIR MODULATION TO THE TRAILER BRAKES IF RSC...
Consequence: LESS THAN OPTIMAL RSC CONTROL OF THE TRAILER BRAKES DURING A ROLL STABILITY EVENT MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH WHICH CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND RELOCATE THE AIR LINE THAT SUPPLIES THE RSC TRACTION SOLENOID VALVE TO THE CORRECT PORT ON THE AIR TANK. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON FEBRUARY 19, 2010. OWNERS...
View full details →Recall 08V618000 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
| 14,048 vehicles affected
Defect: NAVISTAR IS RECALLING 14,048 MY 2008-2010 LONESTAR AND PROSTAR TRUCKS. THE SERVICE BRAKE AIR LINE THAT RUNS FROM THE TRACTOR PROTECTION VALVE TO THE FAST BRAKE MODULE MAY SEPARATE FROM THE FAST BRAKE MODULE RESULTING IN LOSS OF TRAILER SERVICE BRAKES.
Consequence: LOSS OF TRAILER SERVICE BRAKES MAY CAUSE A CRASH RESULTING IN POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FAST BRAKE MODULES AND THE AIR LINES RUNNING TO THE MODULE WILL BE REROUTED TO ELIMINATE LINE TENSION CAUSED BY CAB TO FRAME RELATIVE MOTION. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 20, 2009. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NAVISTAR...
View full details →Recall 13V439000 — EQUIPMENT
| 16,107 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 International LoneStar, ProStar, and TranStar trucks manufactured February 20, 2008, through July 29, 2013 and equipped with an electronic fifth wheel jaw release system (feature code 0595BAW or 0595BAY). Due to an assembly error, the air lines at the isolation/vent valve may not be oriented correctly.
Consequence: Because of the improper orientation, in the event of an air leakage at the isolation/vent valve, the 5th wheel jaw may release, unexpectedly releasing the trailer from the tractor, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air line routing. If necessary, the air line routing will be corrected free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-331-332-1590. Navistar's recall number...
View full details →Recall 13V439000 — TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
| 16,107 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2008-2013 International LoneStar, ProStar, and TranStar trucks manufactured February 20, 2008, through July 29, 2013 and equipped with an electronic fifth wheel jaw release system (feature code 0595BAW or 0595BAY). Due to an assembly error, the air lines at the isolation/vent valve may not be oriented correctly.
Consequence: Because of the improper orientation, in the event of an air leakage at the isolation/vent valve, the 5th wheel jaw may release, unexpectedly releasing the trailer from the tractor, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air line routing. If necessary, the air line routing will be corrected free of charge. The recall began on October 10, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-331-332-1590. Navistar's recall number...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR
3 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust Systememission Control | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuel System Otherdeliveryhoses Linespiping And Fittings | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywindshield | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR TRUCK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD BEGINS TO ICE UP WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH IN 20 DEGREE WEATHER AND SNOW. THE MANUFACTURER WANTED TO SEND HIM A HEATED WINDSHIELD, BUT THE CONTACT DOES NOT WANT TO FEEL LIKE A "LAB RAT" FOR TESTING NEW THINGS ON THE VEHICLE. HE CANNOT AFFORD TO DRIVE 75 MILES TO THE DEALER EVERY TIME THE FAILURE OCCURS. THE CONTACT FEELS THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE VISIBILITY IS POOR DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 13,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 16,000. UPDATED 04/17/09. *LJ THE DRIVERS DOR HANDLE BROKE AND THE EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM WAS INOPERATIVE AND THE FUEL LINES WERE LEAKING AFTER THEY WERE SUPPOSED TO BEEN FIXED. UPDATED 04/21/09.*B
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR TRUCK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD BEGINS TO ICE UP WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH IN 20 DEGREE WEATHER AND SNOW. THE MANUFACTURER WANTED TO SEND HIM A HEATED WINDSHIELD, BUT THE CONTACT DOES NOT WANT TO FEEL LIKE A "LAB RAT" FOR TESTING NEW THINGS ON THE VEHICLE. HE CANNOT AFFORD TO DRIVE 75 MILES TO THE DEALER EVERY TIME THE FAILURE OCCURS. THE CONTACT FEELS THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE VISIBILITY IS POOR DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 13,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 16,000. UPDATED 04/17/09. *LJ THE DRIVERS DOR HANDLE BROKE AND THE EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM WAS INOPERATIVE AND THE FUEL LINES WERE LEAKING AFTER THEY WERE SUPPOSED TO BEEN FIXED. UPDATED 04/21/09.*B
TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR TRUCK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD BEGINS TO ICE UP WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH IN 20 DEGREE WEATHER AND SNOW. THE MANUFACTURER WANTED TO SEND HIM A HEATED WINDSHIELD, BUT THE CONTACT DOES NOT WANT TO FEEL LIKE A "LAB RAT" FOR TESTING NEW THINGS ON THE VEHICLE. HE CANNOT AFFORD TO DRIVE 75 MILES TO THE DEALER EVERY TIME THE FAILURE OCCURS. THE CONTACT FEELS THIS IS A SAFETY ISSUE BECAUSE VISIBILITY IS POOR DURING INCLEMENT WEATHER. THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 13,000 AND FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 16,000. UPDATED 04/17/09. *LJ THE DRIVERS DOR HANDLE BROKE AND THE EMISSIONS CONTROL SYSTEM WAS INOPERATIVE AND THE FUEL LINES WERE LEAKING AFTER THEY WERE SUPPOSED TO BEEN FIXED. UPDATED 04/21/09.*B
Safety Rating for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR
International Motors, LLC has issued 17 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
IK1600261 — POWER TRAIN
Cab Components That Reduce Wheel End Vibration Complaints. NOTE: Lonestar Day Cab Only
IK1300029 — POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
Roll Pins Backing Out of Bell Crank; Only with manual transmission
IK0800250 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Seat Switch Operation, Testing, Diagnostics and Replacement
IK0700019 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Water Leaking from Exhaust Pipe Joint; only vehicles with Horizontal Aftertreatment and Vertical Tailpipe
IK1900218 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
ESPAR AirTronic Low Run Time; only models with Feature Code 0016VTV
AFC-12943 — ENGINE
NAVISTAR: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE INCORRECT SEALING ON THE AIR CLEANER INTAKE PIPES. THE AIR INDUCTION SYSTEM MAY NEED TO BE REPLACED. MODELS INCLUDE LONESTAR BUILT WITH CUMMINS ISX15 ENGINES. NO MODEL YEARS WERE PROVIDED. *JS
IK1900208 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Parts Lists for Maxx Power and Espar Anti Idle Systems; only models with Feature Code 0016UZL
IK1600149 — STRUCTURE
One piece sunshade mounting bracket becomes loose or comes off the cab; Only models built in Garland or Springfield between June 2010 and February 2012. This does not affect Escobedo built vehicles.
IK0800414 — VISIBILITY
Power Windows Stop Randomly or are Inoperative, Power Door Locks are inoperative
AFC13901 — ENGINE
ECM Recalibration to provide engine protection against an increase in engine RPM while vehicle is idling (only in a parked state or if vehicle is not moving); Only models equipped with MaxxForce 13 engine. Retired
Showing 10 of 17 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR
- 2005 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR — 0 complaints
- 2006 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR — 0 complaints
- 2007 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR — 0 complaints
- 2008 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR — 0 complaints
- 2009 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR — 0 complaints
- 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR (current)
- 2011 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR — 0 complaints
- 2012 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR — 0 complaints
- 2013 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR — 0 complaints
- 2014 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR — 0 complaints
- 2015 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR — 0 complaints
Other INTERNATIONAL Models
- INTERNATIONAL 4300 — 58 total complaints
- INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR — 52 total complaints
- INTERNATIONAL LT — 28 total complaints
- INTERNATIONAL INTERNATIONAL — 26 total complaints
- INTERNATIONAL CE — 24 total complaints
- INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BUS — 21 total complaints
- INTERNATIONAL 4400 — 11 total complaints
- INTERNATIONAL 9900I — 10 total complaints