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2013 International Terrastar problems

The most common problem on the 2013 International Terrastar is brakes. It has 2.0 times the complaints of a typical Terrastar model year.

Typical year2.0x the typical complaints
Owner complaints
2
Recalls
4
Service bulletins
185
Worst area
Brakes

The worst 2013 International Terrastar problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Brakes
    2

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  • Brakes
    2

Recalls 4

Visibility: defroster/defogger/HVAC system: fan/motorReported April 22, 2015 · 82,736 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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 is used to control the blower speed. The overvoltage condition could result in the overheating and failure of the LPM.
Risk
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 on August 6, 2015. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 15509.

Recall number 15V241000 · Recall details

Electrical system: softwareReported February 19, 2014 · 538 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 International DuraStar Trucks and 2012-2014 International TerraStar trucks intended for emergency vehicle operations manufactured from February 25, 2010, through February 18, 2013, and equipped with 2010 MaxxForce 7 V8 diesel engines. In the affected vehicles, the Engine Warning Protection Shutdown (EWPS) was inadvertently re-enabled when the Engine Control Module (ECM) was recalibrated.
Risk
If the Engine Warning Protection System is enabled and certain engine faults occur, the emergency vehicle may shutdown (EWPS) hampering rescue operations and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the ECM software to ensure that the EWPS is disabled, free of charge. The recall began on March 12, 2014. Owners may contact Navistar at 1‑331‑332‑5000. Navistar's recall number for this campaign is 14505.

Recall number 14V063000 · Recall details

EquipmentReported July 10, 2013 · 5 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Matthews Specialty Vehicles is recalling one model year 2013 Freightliner XCR bus manufactured June 27, 2013; and one model year 2000 Thomas Built FE bus manufactured April 15, 2013; and model year 2013 International TerraStar buses manufactured June 12, 2013; and one model year 2011 Thomas Built CHSU/Mickey bus manufactured April 24, 2013. Due to a design change in the power awning motor assembly, the motor assembly screws may unknowingly shear.
Risk
If the motor assembly screws shear, it is possible that the awning can unfurl unexpectedly, either while the vehicle is at rest or while in transit, increasing the risk of personal injury or a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Matthews Specialty Vehicles will notify the owner and Dometic staff will replace the affected motor with one of a different design. The recall began on August 13, 2013. Owners may contact Dometic at 1‑888‑447‑0003 for more information. Owners are being instructed not to drive their vehicle until repairs can be performed.

Recall number 13V306000 · Recall details

VisibilityReported April 17, 2013 · 14,720 vehicles affected
What is wrong
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 shades. The sun shade may not be properly secured to the cab roof panel which may result in partial or full separation of the sun shade from the roof panel.
Risk
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.

Recall number 13V146000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2013 International Terrastar 185

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 2013 International Terrastar owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Apr 22, 2014 · Brakes · 71,000 miles · AL

Brakes failed (hole) from rubbing on body of truck. Local international dealership has not repaired they state they cannot find replacement brake line.

Filed Apr 22, 2014 · Brakes · 63,000 miles · AL

Brake line failed (hole) from rubbing on battery cable. Local international dealership repaired.

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Questions about the 2013 International Terrastar

Is the 2013 International Terrastar reliable?

Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2013 International Terrastar, 2.0 times a typical Terrastar model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2013 International Terrastar?

Brakes, with 2 complaints.

How many recalls does the 2013 International Terrastar have?

4 recalls, covering visibility, electrical system and equipment.

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