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.
2010 International ProstarProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 7 owner complaints about the 2010 International Prostar, 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 Prostar has problems
7 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
2Engine and engine cooling1 crash/fire/injury
1Engine
1Fuel/propulsion system
1Service brakes
1Service brakes, hydraulic1 crash/fire/injury
1Steering1 crash/fire/injury
1Electrical system
1Visibility/wiper
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 1 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 1 |
| Steering | 1 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
10 recalls
2010 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
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Risk. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT MAY CAUSE A VEHICLE FIRE POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
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no report yet
Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator
Risk. AN ELECTRICAL SHORT MAY CAUSE A VEHICLE FIRE POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
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
Gear box: shaft pitman
Risk. A REDUCTION OF STEERING CONTROL INCREASES THE RISK OF A CRASH.
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.
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 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 engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
THERE IS A STAINLESS STEEL EXHAUST FLEX PIPE UNDER THE CAB, RIGHT SIDE, JUST AFTER THE REGEN DOSER THAT IS WRAPPED IN A FLEX SHEATHING. THE INSIDE OF THE PIPE CRACKS AND WHITE EXHAUST FLOWS OUT AND INTO THE CAB WHEN THE ENGINE GOES THRU A REGEN CYCLE. WE HAD SEVERAL DRIVERS COMPLAIN OF THIS ISSUE,…
2010 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR EAGLE, CAUGHT ON FIRE WHEN IT WAS STARTED UP. *BF ACCORDING TO THE POLICE REPORT, THE TRUCK HAD ENGINE TROUBLE. (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0406-91) *JB UPDATED 09/13/10*BF
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