2011 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
9
Recalls
21
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2011 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR
The 2011 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 10 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY, VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR, VISIBILITY. 21 technical service bulletins have been issued by NAVISTAR, INC for this model year.
Recalls for the 2011 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR
NHTSA has recorded 10 recalls for the 2011 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR, potentially affecting up to 179,739 vehicles.
Recall 15V607000 — TRAILER HITCHES:FIFTH WHEEL ASSEMBLY
| 3,776 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 International ProStar trucks manufactured May 18, 2010, to April 5, 2013, 2012-2014 International LoneStar trucks manufactured September 7, 2011, to March 25, 2013, and 2011-2013 International TranStar trucks manufactured October 18, 2010, to February 20, 2013. The affected trucks are equipped with Fontaine Ultra LT Fifth Wheel connectors, which, due to...
Consequence: If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly detach from the tractor, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and Fontaine dealers will replace the fifth wheel with an Ultra NT model fifth wheel, free of charge. The recall began on November 18, 2015. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825, or Fontaine customer...
View full details →Recall 15V241000 — VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM:FAN/MOTOR
| 82,736 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 International DuraStar, ProStar, TranStar and WorkStar, 2012-2015 International TerraStar, 2013-2015 International LoneStar and IC Bus HC, and 2014-2015 IC Bus AC vehicles. A vehicle double battery jump start or electrical load dump event could result in an overvoltage condition of a component within the HVAC system linear power module (LPM) which...
Consequence: If the LPM overheats and fails, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LPM with an upgraded one, free of charge. An interim letter was mailed to owners on June 18, 2015. A second notification will mailed when parts become available. The recall began...
View full details →Recall 13V146000 — VISIBILITY
| 14,720 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 International Lonestar, model year 2012-2013 International Terrastar and model year 2011-2013 International DuraStar, ProStar, TranStar, and WorkStar commercial trucks manufactured from June 1, 2010, through March 7, 2012 and equipped with day cab codes 16CAB, 16030, or 16196 and feature codes 16WCE, 16WCR, 16XWD, 16XWE, 16XWV, 16XXB, 16XXD, 16XXE, 16XXG, or 16XYN sun...
Consequence: If the sun shade separates from the cab roof during vehicle operation, the sudden release of the sun shade could distract the driver increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and strengthen the sun shade mounting, free of charge. The safety recall began on September 10, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's campaign number is 13505.
View full details →Recall 12V403000 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC
| 956 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 International vehicles manufactured from November 2, 2010 through May 25, 2012, equipped with Bendix air disc brakes. Bolts that fasten the air disc brake caliper to the caliper mounting plate may not have been tightended to their specified torque. This may cause the mouting bolts to become loose and possibly allow the air...
Consequence: An unexpected pull condition during braking application or an unexpected increase in stopping distance, increases the risk of a crash, leading to property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace any missing caliper mounting bolts and tighten caliper mounting bolts, free of charge. The safety recall began on October 30, 2012. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-331-332-1590.
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 12V052000 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:CHECK VALVE
| 17,867 vehicles affected
Defect: NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012-2013 IC BUS CE-C, HC, AND INTERNATIONAL 9400 AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 THROUGH 2013 INTERNATIONAL DURASTAR, PAYSTAR, WORKSTAR, TRANSTAR, LONESTAR, PROSTAR, 9200, AND 9800, AND CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2013 INTERNATIONAL 9900, VEHICLES, MANUFACTURED FROM DECEMBER 2, 2010, THROUGH JANUARY 26, 2012, AND EQUIPPED WITH BENDIX ATR-6 TRACTION RELAY VALVES. IN EXTREMELY COLD CONDITIONS,...
Consequence: UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO A FIRE. UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE DRIVER TO LOSE CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH. ALSO, THE BRAKES MAY BE APPLIED WITHOUT ILLUMINATING THE BRAKE LIGHTS, FAILING TO GIVE PROPER WARNING TO OTHER DRIVERS.
Remedy: NAVISTAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL PROVIDE A TEMPORARY REPAIR UNTIL BENDIX DEVELOPS A PERMANENT REMEDY. THIS SERVICE WILL BE PERFORMED FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 10, 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 11V252000 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
| 2,543 vehicles affected
Defect: NAVISTAR IS RECALL CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011 AND 2012 INTERNATIONAL DURASTAR, PAYSTAR, WORKSTAR, TRANSTAR, LONESTAR AND PROSTAR COMMERCIAL TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 5, 2010, THROUGH MARCH 10, 2011, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS (ABS)." THE TRAILER ABS FAULT INDICATOR LAMP IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER WILL NOT ILLUMINATE DUE TO A...
Consequence: AN INOPERABLE TRAILER ABS FAULT INDICATOR MAY PREVENT THE DRIVER FROM BEING AWARE OF A TRAILER ABS FAULT CONDITION THEREBY POSSIBLY INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH POTENTIALLY RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
Remedy: NAVISTAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS. DEALERS WILL REPROGRAM OR REPLACE THE BRAKE SYSTEM ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 12, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NAVISTAR AT 1-800-448-7825.
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 2011 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2011 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR.
Safety Rating for the 2011 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2011 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2011 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR
NAVISTAR, INC has issued 21 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2011 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
IK0800119 — SUSPENSION
ProStar and NHPV with Suspension Dump feature code 595ACA or 595BBC
IK-0800298 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NAVISTAR: TRANSTAR 8600. HARNESS OF HEADLIGHT MAY BE INSTALLED IN THE WRONG LOCATION AND COULD LEAD TO PREMATURE FAILURE OF EITHER HEADLIGHT INTERCONNECT. *RM UPDATED 11/4/14. *E
IK-0800298 — EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
NAVISTAR: TRANSTAR 8600. HARNESS OF HEADLIGHT MAY BE INSTALLED IN THE WRONG LOCATION AND COULD LEAD TO PREMATURE FAILURE OF EITHER HEADLIGHT INTERCONNECT. *RM UPDATED 11/4/14. *E
IK0500049 — STEERING
LUK/Ixetic Power Steering Pump Fittings; only Vehicles equipped with Maxxforce 11, 13 engines
IK0800264 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Erratic rear lighting, water pump and back up alarm in combination
IK-0700041 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
NAVISTAR TRUCK: WHEN BELLOWS ARE BENT OUT OF FORM CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO EXHAUST BELLOWS. PREMATURE CRACKING CAN APPEAR IN BELLOWS CORE DUE TO STRESS ON PORTION OF PIPES. *PE UPDATED 02/07/2013 *JS
IK-0700041 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
NAVISTAR TRUCK: WHEN BELLOWS ARE BENT OUT OF FORM CAN CAUSE DAMAGE TO EXHAUST BELLOWS. PREMATURE CRACKING CAN APPEAR IN BELLOWS CORE DUE TO STRESS ON PORTION OF PIPES. *PE UPDATED 02/07/2013 *JS
IK0400093 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK
Bendix Wingman - unable to connect to ACB; only vehicles equipped with Bendix Wingman system
IK0900075 — ENGINE
Horton Stratis Fan Hub Diagnostics
IK1200903 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Deaeration Tank Hose Re-Route Engine Parameter Download Instructions
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2011 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR
- 2006 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2007 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2008 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2009 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2010 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2011 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR (current)
- 2012 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2013 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2014 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2015 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
- 2016 INTERNATIONAL TRANSTAR — 0 complaints
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- INTERNATIONAL CE — 24 total complaints
- INTERNATIONAL SCHOOL BUS — 21 total complaints
- INTERNATIONAL 4400 — 11 total complaints
- INTERNATIONAL 9900I — 10 total complaints