2010 International LonestarProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2010 International Lonestar, most often about the engine and engine cooling. It is covered by 10 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 2010 International Lonestar has problems

1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine and engine cooling10
Fuel system, other10
Visibility10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

10 recalls

2010 International Lonestar 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.

28%repaired · 2026 Q1

Exterior lighting: back up lights

Recall 23V-353 · May 18, 2023 · 32,880 vehicles · 9,362 repaired

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.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

75%repaired · 2016 Q2

Electrical system

Recall 14V-688 · Oct 31, 2014 · 18,798 vehicles · 14,119 repaired

Risk. An increase in resistance and heating at the connectors could cause a vehicle fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

92%repaired · 2015 Q1

Equipment

Recall 13V-439 · Sep 18, 2013 · 16,107 vehicles · 14,808 repaired

Risk. Because of the improper orientation, in the event of an air leakage at the isolation/vent valve, the 5th wheel jaw may release, unexpectedly releasing the…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Show 6 more recalls
–no report yet

Wheels

Recall 10V-408 · Sep 14, 2010 · 32 vehicles

Risk. WHEEL SEPARATION INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH WHICH MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Rear window wiper/washer: linkages

Recall 10V-383 · Aug 24, 2010 · 39,544 vehicles

Risk. WHEN THE LINKAGE SEPARATES, THE PASSENGER SIDE WIPER ARM WILL NO LONGER OPERATE WHICH COULD LEAD TO REDUCED DRIVER VISIBILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Electronic stability control (ESC)

Recall 10V-037 · Feb 3, 2010 · 1,437 vehicles

Risk. LESS THAN OPTIMAL RSC CONTROL OF THE TRAILER BRAKES DURING A ROLL STABILITY EVENT MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH WHICH CAN RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE,…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

–no report yet

Supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 08V-618 · Nov 24, 2008 · 14,048 vehicles

Risk. LOSS OF TRAILER SERVICE BRAKES MAY CAUSE A CRASH RESULTING IN POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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

2010 vs. every other Lonestar 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 Lonestar median. How we score

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  • Avoid
  • Caution
  • Solid
  • Best
  • Not rated
In owners' words

What Lonestar owners report

Recent engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2010 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR TRUCK. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE WINDSHIELD BEGINS TO ICE UP WHILE DRIVING 55 MPH IN 20 DEGREE WEATHER AND SNOW. THE MANUFACTURER WANTED TO SEND HIM A HEATED WINDSHIELD, BUT THE CONTACT DOES NOT WANT TO FEEL LIKE A "LAB RAT" FOR TESTING NEW THINGS…
Complaint 10262545 · Mar 20, 2009 · 1,600 miles

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