The worst 2016 International Terrastar problems
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Recalls 2
Steering: linkages: tie rod assembly
- What is wrong
- Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016 International DuraStar, LoneStar, ProStar, TerraStar, TranStar, WorkStar, 9900i, and IC Bus HC vehicles equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
- Risk
- If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2017. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑331‑332‑1590. Navistar's number for this recall is 17507.
Recall number 17V575000 · Recall details
Parking brake: conventional: mechanical: linkage and cable
- What is wrong
- Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2016 International 1300 trucks manufactured February 26, 2015, to May 12, 2015, 2016-2017 International DuraStar trucks manufactured January 28, 2015, to February 4, 2016, International TerraStar trucks manufactured January 28, 2015, to February 1, 2016, and 2016 IC AC transit buses manufactured January 28, 2015, to February 2, 2015. The metal connecting clip that connects the hand operated parking brake actuator cable to the intermediate parking brake cable may fail.
- Risk
- If the parking brake cable connection fails, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.
- Remedy
- Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hand parking brake cable connector clips, free of charge. The recall began on May 3, 2016. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 16504.
Recall number 16V141000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2016 International Terrastar 129
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
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- New CARB Idle Reduction Change Request
- This tool is designed to compare Diamond Logic feature data across multiple vehicle configuration files
- This document provides guidance for assessing the feasibility of implementing a customer-requested change...
- 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...
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Is the 2016 International Terrastar reliable?
Owners have filed 0 complaints about the 2016 International Terrastar.
What is the most common problem with the 2016 International Terrastar?
There are not enough complaints to tell.
How many recalls does the 2016 International Terrastar have?
2 recalls, covering steering and parking brake.
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