repaired · 2026 Q1
Exterior lighting: back up lights
Risk. Low visibility or obstructed back up lights may not alert other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.
2003 International 9900iProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2003 International 9900i, most often about the engine and engine cooling. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-353 the manufacturer reports only 28% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 18, 2023. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2003 International 9900i has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Engine and engine cooling
1Equipment
1Power train
1Service brakes, hydraulic
1Structure
1Suspension
1Tires
1Visibility
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 | 0 |
| Equipment | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 0 |
| Structure | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Tires | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2003 International 9900i recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
no report yet
Engine and engine cooling
Risk. AN OIL LEAK COULD RESULT IN A FIRE.
no report yet
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Risk. THIS CHAFING COULD CAUSE AN ELECTRICAL SHORT AND/OR FIRE.
no report yet
Wiring: front underhood
Risk. SUDDEN ACCELERATION, ACTIVATION OF THE ENGINE COMPRESSION BRAKE, ENGINE SPEED DROPPING TO IDLE, ALTERNATOR OVERLOAD WITH POSSIBLE FIRE, AND A LOSS OF ENGINE…
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no report yet
Equipment: recreational vehicle/trailer
Risk. THE CIRCUIT BOARDS IN THE SWITCHES COULD HEAT UP, POSSIBLY PRODUCE A FLAME OR FIRE, AND CAUSE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
no report yet
Service brakes, air: slack adjusters
Risk. AN INOPERABLE SLACK ADJUSTER WILL CAUSE THE FRONT BRAKES TO WEAR UNEVENLY AND MAY EVENTUALLY CAUSE A VEHICLE CRASH.
no report yet
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Risk. IF THE TERMINAL BREAKS OFF, THE CAB WILL LOSE ALL POWER, RESULTING IN COMPLETE ELECTRICAL FAILURE AND ENGINE SHUTDOWN, WHICH MAY RESULT IN A CRASH AND…
no report yet
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. THIS MOVEMENT COULD CAUSE INDIVIDUAL BRAKE COMPONENTS TO FAIL OR EVENTUALLY FATIGUE ALL THE ANCHOR PLATE MOUNTING BOLTS.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with International.
Best & worst years
2003 vs. every other 9900i year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the 9900i median. How we score
'95'96'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'13'16'17'18
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What 9900i owners report
Recent engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
2003 INTERNATIONAL 99001 BRAKES WERE THIN, FOUR OF THE EIGHT DRIVE AXLE TIRES WERE IN POOR CONDITION AND THE FRONT TIRE WERE QUESTIONABLE. THEY LOOKED AS IF THEY WERE MOVED FROM ANOTHER VEHICLE AND PUT ON THIS ONE. *** NO ANSWER REQUIRED*** * TS THE DAY THAT THE CONSUMER TOOK DELIVERY OF THE TRUCK…
Own a 2003 9900i?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.