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.
2011 International ProstarProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 4 owner complaints about the 2011 International Prostar, most often about the engine. It is covered by 15 safety recalls, and for recall 15V-607 the manufacturer reports only 27% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 18, 2023. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2011 International Prostar has problems
4 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Engine
1Service brakes, air
1Suspension
1Traction control system
1Vehicle speed control
1Wheels
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes, air | 1 | 0 |
| Suspension | 1 | 0 |
| Traction control system | 1 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
| Wheels | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
15 recalls
2011 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 · 2017 Q1
Trailer hitches: fifth wheel assembly
Risk. If the fifth wheel and locking mechanism are sufficiently damaged, the locking mechanism may fail to operate as intended and the trailer may unexpectedly…
repaired · 2016 Q4
Defroster/defogger/hvac system: fan/motor
Risk. If the LPM overheats and fails, there is an increased risk of a fire.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Electrical system
Risk. An increase in resistance and heating at the connectors could cause a vehicle fire.
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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
Visibility
Risk. If the sun shade separates from the cab roof during vehicle operation, the sudden release of the sun shade could distract the driver increasing the risk of a…
no report yet
Air: chamber
Risk. If the parking brake does not fully release, the service brakes may lock up without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
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
Supply: check valve
Risk. UNEXPECTED CONTINUOUS BRAKE APPLICATION CAN CAUSE THE BRAKES TO OVERHEAT AND LEAD TO A FIRE.
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
Antilock: control unit/module
Risk. AN INOPERABLE TRAILER ABS FAULT INDICATOR MAY PREVENT THE DRIVER FROM BEING AWARE OF A TRAILER ABS FAULT CONDITION THEREBY POSSIBLY INCREASING THE RISK OF A…
no report yet
Driveline: center support bearing
Risk. DRIVELINE SEPARATION MAY CAUSE A CRASH 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.
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
2011 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
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2011 International Prostar, and the recalls they led to.
- Leaking MGM brake chambersLed to recall 13E-012
In owners' words
What Prostar owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
PURCHASED A USED PROSTAR FROM INTERNATIONAL AND IT HAS BEEN A LEMON. INTERNATIONAL KNOWINGLY SOLD THIS TRUCK WITH THE ENGINE, EXHAUST SYSTEM DEFAULT. EGR AND EGR COOLING SYSTEM CONTINUE TO BREAK DOWN WHEN IN OPERATION CAUSING THE TRUCK TO SHUT DOWN WHILE IN OPERATION AND LEAKING FUMES INTO THE CAB.…
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