NHTSA vehicle safety data
2016 International Workstar Recalls & Complaints
The 2016 International Workstar has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized International dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2016 International Workstar. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2016 International Workstar owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2016 International Workstar, describing incidents dated January 10, 2024.
Most-cited components
- Power Train 1 complaint
The complaint on file reports a crash (owner-reported, not verified by NHTSA).
Newest complaints
ODI #11640559 · Filed
Drive shaft failed
Engine may Rev and Overcome Parking Brake
NHTSA #20V810000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Engine — Engine Control Module (ECU/ECM) — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported December 23, 2020 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 17,213 vehicles
Repair completion: 61.81% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 20510 · Owners notified February 17, 2021
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019-2021 International MV, 2020-2021 International HV, 2014-2020 International DuraStar and 2015-2018 International WorkStar vehicles. When the parking brake is applied and the automatic transmission is still in the drive or reverse position and the stationary PTO switch is engaged by the operator, the engine may rev and overcome the parking brake's ability to keep the vehicle from moving.
Safety consequence
Unexpected Vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will update the parameters in the Cummins ECM for feature codes 12VXT or 12VXU that enables the PTO neutral interlock, free of charge. The recall began February 17, 2021. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 20510.
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.
Tie Rod may Loosen
NHTSA #17V575000 · Steering — Linkages — Tie Rod Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported September 20, 2017 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 1,175 vehicles
Repair completion: 70.38% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 17507 · Owners notified November 8, 2017 · Vehicles built March 10, 2015 – May 28, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
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.
Safety consequence
If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer 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.
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.
Rear Drive Axles may have Insufficient Lubricant
NHTSA #15V254000 · Power Train — Axle Assembly · NHTSA notice
Reported April 29, 2015 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 4 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Owners notified April 30, 2015 · Vehicles built January 19, 2015 – January 19, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2016 International PayStar trucks manufactured January 19, 2015, to January 20, 2015, and 2016 International WorkStar trucks manufactured on January 19, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with Meritor MT-40-14X rear drive axles that may circulate an inadequate amount of lubricant to the wheel end hub assembly.
Safety consequence
Without adequate lubrication to the wheel end hub assembly, the bearings may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Navistar has already repaired the affected vehicles, free of charge. The recall was completed in April 2015. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825.
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.
Improperly Seated Brake Chamber Diaphragm
NHTSA #15V165000 · Service Brakes, Air · NHTSA notice
Reported March 23, 2015 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 2,222 vehicles
Repair completion: 73.13% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 15504 · Owners notified June 19, 2015 · Vehicles built July 28, 2014 – February 23, 2015 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 International 9900, DuraStar, LoneStar, PayStar, ProStar, WorkStar and 2015 International TranStar and IC Bus CE vehicles equipped with a Haldex air braking system. The affected brake actuators may have been manufactured with an incomplete attachment of the internal rubber diaphragm to the actuation mechanism. This could cause dragging or overheated brakes.
Safety consequence
If the brakes drag and overheat there is an increased risk of a wheel end fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Haldex Life Seal Brake chambers, free of charge. The recall began on June 19, 2015. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 15504. Note: This recall supersedes recall 14V-806.
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.
Other International Workstar model years
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