2008 International 5900I Problems: 0 Complaints, 3 Recalls

The worst 2008 International 5900I problems

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Engine and engine coolingReported October 5, 2009 · 9,527 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2003 through 2008 heavy trucks manufactured between april 1, 2003 and december 21, 2007, equipped with caterpillar c15 engines. The variable valve actuation (vva) oil line may wear against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
Risk: An oil leak could result in a fire.
Remedy: Navistar is working with caterpillar to repair the engines free of charge. Please see 09e-020. The safety recall began on october 23, 2009. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1‑800‑447‑4986 or navistar at 1‑260‑461‑1890.

Recall number 09V386000 · Recall details

Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cablesReported June 1, 2009 · 45 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Navistar is recalling 45 model year 2007 through 2010 heavy duty trucks manufactured between january 1, 2007 and may 15, 2009 equipped with feature code 008875 sealed battery cables. The plastic cover that seals the terminal of the cab feed battery cable may prevent proper electrical contact with the fuse or battery terminal post resulting in an open or unprotected circuit.
Risk: An open circuit may result in sudden loss of cab power or engine shut down, possibly resulting in a crash. An unprotected circuit may cause an electrical short which could result in a fire.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners and repair the affected vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on july 3, 2009. Owners may contact navistar at 1‑260‑461‑1890.

Recall number 09V195000 · Recall details

Parking brakeReported July 24, 2007 · 10,882 vehicles affected

What is wrong: On certain 6x4 or 6x6 trucks with air brakes or tractors with air brakes and equipped with bendix sr-7 spring brake modulating valves, the internal rubber check valve may leak causing a delay in the application of the spring brakes to park the vehicle after the operator pulls the dash valve button.
Risk: This could delay or failure in applying the parking brakes which could result in a vehicle roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: International is working with bendix to repair these vehicles (please see 07e-037). Bendix will install a check valve repair kit for the affected sr-7 spring brake modulating valve free of charge. The recall began on september 28, 2007. Owners may contact bendix at 440‑329‑9000 and international at 1‑800‑448‑7825.

Recall number 07V314000 · Recall details

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Is the 2008 International 5900I reliable?

Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2008 International 5900I.

What is the most common problem with the 2008 International 5900I?

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How many recalls does the 2008 International 5900I have?

3 recalls, covering engine and engine cooling, electrical system and parking brake.

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