2009 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
1
Recall
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2009 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR
The 2009 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 2 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with EQUIPMENT, TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Navistar, Inc. for this model year.
Recalls for the 2009 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR
NHTSA has recorded 2 recalls for the 2009 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR, potentially affecting up to 32,214 vehicles.
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 2009 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2009 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR.
Safety Rating for the 2009 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2009 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2009 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR
Navistar, Inc. has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2009 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
IK-0800279 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
INTERNATIONAL TRUCK: THERE IS A BODY CONTROLLER SOFTWARE REVISION. *RM ALSO INCLUDED MODEL DURASTAR MODEL YEAR 2008. UPDATED 3/11/2014 *JS UPDATED 8/04/2014 *JS
IK1500002 — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Fuel Level Not Equal Between Tanks on Dual Draw Dual Return Dual Tank Systems.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2009 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR
- 2004 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2006 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2007 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2008 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2009 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR (current)
- 2010 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2011 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2012 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2013 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2014 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
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- INTERNATIONAL 4400 — 11 total complaints
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