2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
11
Owner Complaints
10
Recalls
40
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR
The 2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR has received a total of 11 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, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR. 40 technical service bulletins have been issued by International Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problems involve the Electrical System (1 complaint), Engine (1 complaint), and Engine And Engine Cooling (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR
NHTSA has recorded 11 recalls for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR, potentially affecting up to 194,528 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 12V196000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
| 19,264 vehicles affected
Defect: NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 THROUGH 2013 PAYSTAR, WORKSTAR, TRANSTAR, AND PROSTAR, AND MODEL YEAR 2012 AND 2013 LONESTAR COMMERCIAL TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 1, 2009, THROUGH APRIL 4, 2012, EQUIPPED WITH A MAXXFORCE 11 OR 13 ENGINE (FEATURE CODE 12UXJ OR 12UXH) AND WITH BOSCH ALTERNATOR FEATURE CODES 08GGN, 08GGR, 08GHG, OR 08GHH. THE ALTERNATOR CABLE MAY...
Consequence: AN ELECTRICAL SHORT MAY CAUSE A VEHICLE FIRE POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
Remedy: NAVISTAR WILL INSTALL A STANDOFF BRACKET AND IMPROVE HARNESS ROUTING TO BETTER ROUTE THE ALTERNATOR WIRES AWAY FROM THE POWER STEERING HOSE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 16, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NAVISTAR AT 1-800-448-7825.
View full details →Recall 11V426000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
| 5,663 vehicles affected
Defect: NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2012 PAYSTAR, WORKSTAR, TRANSTAR, AND PROSTAR COMMERCIAL TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM JUNE 1, 2009, THROUGH MAY 31, 2011, EQUIPPED WITH A MAXXFORCE 11 OR 13 ENGINE (FEATURE CODE 12UXJ OR 12UXH) AND WITH ALTERNATOR FEATURE CODE 08GGN, 08GGR, 08 GHG, OR 08GHH. THE ALTERNATOR CABLE MAY RUB ON THE HIGH PRESSURE POWER STEERING HOSE, POSSIBLY...
Consequence: AN ELECTRICAL SHORT MAY CAUSE A VEHICLE FIRE POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
Remedy: NAVISTAR WILL INSTALL A BRACKET TO ROUTE THE WIRES AWAY FROM THE POWER STEERING HOSE. NAVISTAR DID NOT PROVIDE AN EXPECTED START DATE FOR THE RECALL, BUT AN INTERIM NOTICE WILL BE MAILED TO OWNERS IF PARTS WILL NOT BE...
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 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 PROSTAR
11 complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingenginediesel | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0 | 0 |
| Engine And Engine Coolingexhaust System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Fuelpropulsion System | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Service Brakes Hydraulic | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 | 0 | 2 | 0 |
| Unknown Or Other | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| Visibilitywiper | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN AND MOTOR JUST QUIT WORKING AND DIES DOWN ON A HIGHWAY WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL SE ALSO AND NOW BEING TOLD BY MECHANIC THAT MY MOTOR IS GONE.
VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN AND MOTOR JUST QUIT WORKING AND DIES DOWN ON A HIGHWAY WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL SE ALSO AND NOW BEING TOLD BY MECHANIC THAT MY MOTOR IS GONE.
VEHICLE WAS BEING DRIVEN AND MOTOR JUST QUIT WORKING AND DIES DOWN ON A HIGHWAY WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL SE ALSO AND NOW BEING TOLD BY MECHANIC THAT MY MOTOR IS GONE.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 INTERNATIONAL PRO STAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING AT AN UNKNOWN SPEED, THE VENT WINDOW EXPLODED INTO SEVERAL PIECES WITHOUT WARNING. THE VENT WINDOW WAS CLOSED PRIOR TO THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT MADE THE REPAIRS TO THE WINDOW HIMSELF. THE MANUFACTURE WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE RECURRED EXACTLY TWO WEEKS AFTER THE WINDOW WAS REPAIRED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT FURTHER REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 67,200.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 20 MPH, THE BRAKES SEIZED. THE VEHICLE WAS ABLE TO BE DRIVEN TO THE DEALER WHERE THE FAILURE COULD NOT BE REPLICATED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 402,211.
Safety Rating for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR
International Motors, LLC has issued 40 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
IK1201438 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
2010 MaxxForce 15 Coolant Control Valve Retrofit; Only truck models built with 2010 MaxxForce 15 engine
IK0800017 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Programing New Key Fobs
IK0800326 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION
Auto Start Stop Troubleshooting; only ProStar with feature code 0008TSJ
IK0800441 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Adding an Electronic Trailer Brake Controller
IK1100031 — POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY:BELL HOUSING
Hard to Crank Condition with Hydraulic Clutch Linkage and Solo Clutch
IK1900231 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Rear A/C Control Panel Inoperative
IK1900207 — EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
HVAC DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATION
IK1600062 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Push-in Trim Fasteners Popping out or Missing
IK1600183 — EQUIPMENT
Offensive Odors Inside Cabin
IK1600183 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Offensive Odors Inside Cabin
Showing 10 of 40 technical service bulletins.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR
- 2005 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2006 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2007 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2008 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2009 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR — 4 complaints
- 2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR (current)
- 2011 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR — 6 complaints
- 2012 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR — 10 complaints
- 2013 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR — 15 complaints
- 2014 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR — 5 complaints
- 2015 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR — 0 complaints
Other INTERNATIONAL Models
- INTERNATIONAL 4300 — 58 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
- INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR — 9 total complaints