Tl* the contact rented a 2010 international 4000 series 4300. The contact stated that while traveling approximately 50 MPH, the vehicle decelerated without warning. The failure was recurring. The contact had to apply force to the accelerator pedal but to no avail. The vehicle then decelerated below 30 MPH and exhibited a loud noise in addition to extreme hesitation. The contact proceeded to operate the vehicle with the hazard lights activated as the vehicle proceeded to decelerate further. The vehicle was then towed by the rental truck company. There was no mention to the contact if the vehicle had received repairs from a recall, neither inspected nor diagnosed by a local dealer. The manufacturer was not aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was not available.
The worst 2010 International 4300 problems
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Recalls 6
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
- What is wrong
- DUECO Inc. (DUECO), a manufacturer of utility vehicles, is recalling certain Dueco-modified model year 2009-2011 International 4300, 2010 International 4400, 2009 and 2011 International 7400, 2010 Freightliner M2, 2008-2009 GMC C5500, and 2011 Ford F-750 vehicles, equipped with Sure Power DC-DC converters containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
- Risk
- Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- DUECO will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the converters, free of charge. The recall began on May 29, 2014. Owners may contact Dueco at 1‑800‑558‑4004.
Recall number 14V186000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- Navistar Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 IC bus 3200, model year 2012 and 2014 IC bus CE and model year 2011-2013 IC bus HC transit buses and model year 2008-2013 International 4300 and model year 2013 International Workstar commercial trucks equipped with Eaton hybrid automated transmissions. The software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle's engine speed during downshifts without the driver's input.
- Risk
- The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Navistar will notify owners and Eaton authorized service facilities will update the Hybrid Control Module Software version, free of charge. The recall began on May 28, 2014. Owners may contact Navistar at 1‑331‑332‑1590.
Recall number 14V042000 · Recall details
Equipment: electrical
- What is wrong
- Geo. Heiser Body Company, Inc., (Geo. Heiser Body Company) is recalling certain model year 2006 International and 2010-2013 Fuso, Hino, International, Kenworth, and Peterbilt vehicles equipped with Sure Power battery separator devices. These devices may overheat.
- Risk
- Overheating of the battery separator can result in smoke and possible fire.
- Remedy
- Geo. Heiser Body Company will notify owners and will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began on October 25, 2012. Owners may contact Geo. Heiser Body Company at 1‑206‑622‑7985.
Recall number 12V452000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission
- What is wrong
- Navistar is recalling certain model year 2010 and 2011 international brand trucks manufactured from january 13, 2009 through may 10, 2010, and equipped with certain eaton hybird transmissions with park feature. The reverse idler shaft may contact the park feature and the two components may bind, preventing the park feature from engaging.
- Risk
- If the park feature does not engage, the vehicle can move without warning, possibly resulting in personal injury or a crash.
- Remedy
- Navistar will notify owners and the remedy will be performed by eaton corporation free of charge. The safety recall began on may 31, 2010. Owners may contact navistar at 1‑260‑461‑1890 or eaton at 1‑800‑826‑4357 or 1‑269‑342‑3242.
Recall number 10V318000 · Recall details
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
- What is wrong
- Navistar has notified the federal safety agency 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.
- Risk
- 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 start stud and the connecting cable. The safety recall began on september 10, 2010. Owners may contact international dealers at 1‑800‑448‑7825.
Recall number 10V107000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic
- What is wrong
- Navistar has notified the federal safety agency about a defect in certain model year 2010 and 2011 ic ce, hc, and be commercial buses and international 1300, 3200, 3300, 4100, 4200, 4300, 4400, and mxt trucks manufactured from november 19, 2003 through february 9, 2010. The parking brake may release if the brake system electronic control unit (ecu) software misinterprets input signals generated from cycling the ignition switch more than once at a specific frequency.
- Risk
- Release of the parking brake may cause sudden, unexpected shift in vehicle position possibly resulting in property damage, personal damage, or death.
- Remedy
- Navistar will notify owners and will repair the vehicles by reprogramming the vehicle's brake system ecu free of charge. The safety recall began on april 14, 2010. Owners may contact navistar at 1‑260‑461‑1890.
Recall number 10V104000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2010 International 4300 117
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This article provides guidance to dealership personnel, Technical Services personnel, Dealer Service...
- New CARB Idle Reduction Change Request
- This tool is designed to compare Diamond Logic feature data across multiple vehicle configuration files
- Engine replacements for all International engines will need to follow this procedure.
- This document will guide the user through a step-by-step procedure for detecting water leaks in vehicle...
- This document will guide the user through understanding Prop Shaft Codes and understanding the variations...
- In some geographic areas, ambient temperatures reaching below 15°F (-10 °C), including high levels of...
- Title: Service Portal iKNow Feedback Case Types Applies To: All
- Title: Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures Applies To: All Vehicles
- Title: A/C Refrigerant and Oil Capacities Applies To: All current models
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Is the 2010 International 4300 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2010 International 4300, fewer than a typical 4300 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2010 International 4300?
Engine and cooling, with 1 complaint. Next is transmission (1).
How many recalls does the 2010 International 4300 have?
6 recalls, covering electrical system, power train and equipment.
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