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.
2009 International ProstarProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2009 International Prostar, most often about the electrical system. 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 November 28, 2023. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2009 International Prostar has problems
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
1Engine
1Vehicle speed control
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2009 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 · 2016 Q2
Electrical system
Risk. An increase in resistance and heating at the connectors could cause a vehicle fire.
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.
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no report yet
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery
Risk. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT MAY CAUSE A VEHICLE FIRE.
no report yet
Electronic stability control (ESC)
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,…
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.
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…
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
2009 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Prostar owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The contact owns a 2009 International Prostar. The contact stated that the front air conditioner was distributing hot air. While using the defroster, the fuse in the blower motor ignited the dashboard. The fuse panel caught fire. The driver was able to extinguish the fire. The local dealer was not…
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