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.
2008 International ProstarProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2008 International Prostar, most often about the tires. It is covered by 9 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 17, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2008 International Prostar has problems
2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Tires
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Tires | 2 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2008 International Prostar 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.
repaired · 2015 Q1
Equipment
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…
no report yet
Rear window wiper/washer: linkages
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.
no report yet
Supply: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Risk. LOSS OF TRAILER SERVICE BRAKES MAY CAUSE A CRASH RESULTING IN POSSIBLE PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
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no report yet
Electrical system
Risk. A FIRE COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.
no report yet
Conventional: air
Risk. IF THE DOUBLE CHECK VALVE BECOMES LODGED, IN THE EVENT OF A PRIMARY RESERVOIR FAILURE, AIR PRESSURE CAN LEAK PAST THE LODGED DOUBLE CHECK VALVE THEREBY…
no report yet
Hood: hinge and attachments
Risk. WITH THE VEHICLE IN A STATIONARY POSITION, THIS CONDITION MAY CAUSE A SITUATION WHERE THE INDIVIDUAL OPENING THE HOOD WOULD HAVE TO MANUALLY SUPPORT THE WEIGHT…
no report yet
Axle: non-powered axle assembly
Risk. A CRACK IN THE BRAKE FLANGE LOCATION OF THE REAR AXLE HOUSING MAY RESULT IN A WHEEL END LOCKUP OR WHEEL SEPARATION POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE,…
no report yet
Fuel system, diesel
Risk. IF THIS PRE-HEATER IS ENERGIZED WHILE MAINTENANCE IS BEING PERFORMED ON THE FUEL FILTER, DIESEL FUEL COULD IGNITE WITHIN THE FILTER HOUSING.
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
2008 vs. every other Prostar 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 Prostar median. How we score
'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'22
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Prostar owners report
Recent tires complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Hello NHTSA, On 05/15/26, I was driving on [XXX] southbound when the sidewall of my Michelin X Line Energy Z steer axle tire failed and blew out. The tire was purchased on 12/23/25 and was made in [XXX]. When the tire blew, dark thing spread onto the hood, bumper, and side of my truck. I have…
Hello NHTSA, On 05/15/26, I was driving on [XXX] southbound when the sidewall of my Michelin X Line Energy Z steer axle tire failed and blew out. The tire was purchased on 12/23/25 and was made in [XXX]. When the tire blew, dark thing spread onto the hood, bumper, and side of my truck. I have…
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