International Prostar owners have reported 3 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 1 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's service brakes (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Service Brakes problems |
Engine mounted air compressor failed. Only 300,000 miles on this commercial truck. Sudden air lose causing air brakes to lockup on interstate highway. No way to move truck causing a possible rear end collison. Was told by the dealer network this a very common failure and they no longer use this compressor. Dealer recognized problem immediately offering a $5000 upgrade at owners expense. No recalls offered by navistar-International company. Please review for public safety reasons.
The contact owns a 2010 International Prostar. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the brakes seized. The vehicle was able to be driven to the dealer where the failure could not be replicated. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 402,211.
The contact owns a 2010 International Prostar. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, the vehicle suddenly began to steer to the left. The driver tried to turn the steering wheel to the right but it continued left. The brakes were applied but the vehicle continued left until it crashed. The police appeared on the scene and a police report was filed. The driver and the contact were injured. The contact was taken to a hospital. The vehicle had not been repaired. The current and failure mileages were 256,700.