NHTSA vehicle safety data
2013 International Terrastar Recalls & Complaints
The 2013 International Terrastar has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 2 owner complaints on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized International dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2013 International Terrastar. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2013 International Terrastar owner complaints
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2013 International Terrastar, describing incidents dated September 18, 2013 to April 1, 2014.
Most-cited components
- Service Brakes 2 complaints
Newest complaints
ODI #10584232 · Filed
BRAKES FAILED (HOLE) FROM RUBBING ON BODY OF TRUCK. LOCAL INTERNATIONAL DEALERSHIP HAS NOT REPAIRED THEY STATE THEY CANNOT FIND REPLACEMENT BRAKE LINE. *TR
ODI #10584231 · Filed
BRAKE LINE FAILED (HOLE) FROM RUBBING ON BATTERY CABLE. LOCAL INTERNATIONAL DEALERSHIP REPAIRED. *TR
Linear Power Module may Fail
NHTSA #15V241000 · Visibility — Defroster/Defogger/HVAC System — Fan/Motor · NHTSA notice
Reported April 22, 2015 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 82,736 vehicles
Repair completion: 79.55% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 15509 · Owners notified August 6, 2015 · Vehicles built November 10, 2010 – March 10, 2014 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
If the LPM overheats and fails, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Manufacturer 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Emergency Vehicle may Shutdown
NHTSA #14V063000 · Electrical System — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported February 19, 2014 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 538 vehicles
Repair completion: 83.64% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 14505 · Owners notified March 12, 2014 · Vehicles built February 25, 2010 – February 18, 2013 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Unexpected Unfurling of the Awning
NHTSA #13V306000 · Equipment · NHTSA notice
Reported July 10, 2013 · Matthews Specialty Vehicles
Potentially affected: 5 vehicles
Owners notified August 13, 2013 · Vehicles built June 12, 2013 – June 12, 2013 (per NHTSA) · Recall influenced by NHTSA's Office of Defects Investigation
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Sun Shade Separation
NHTSA #13V146000 · Visibility · NHTSA notice
Reported April 17, 2013 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 14,720 vehicles
Manufacturer campaign 13505 · Owners notified September 10, 2013 · Vehicles built June 1, 2010 – March 7, 2012 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
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.
Manufacturer 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.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.Navistar's number for this campaign is 13505.
Other International Terrastar model years
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