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.
2014 International ProstarProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 3 owner complaints about the 2014 International Prostar, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 10 safety recalls, and for recall 17V-792 the manufacturer reports only 26% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through May 18, 2023. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2014 International Prostar has problems
3 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system
1Engine
1Power train
1Service brakes
1Vehicle speed control
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Engine | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 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.
10 recalls
2014 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 · 2019 Q2
Equipment
Risk. In the event of a fire, if the fire extinguisher does not function properly, it can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2018 Q1
Wiring: fuses and circuit breakers
Risk. An unexpected engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q2
Vehicle speed control: accelerator pedal
Risk. A high engine idle may make downshifting the transmission difficult and the engine brake may be disabled.
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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.
repaired · 2015 Q3
Disc: caliper
Risk. If the air disk brake caliper has loose or missing bolts, the air disk brake caliper may come loose from the mounting plate causing the vehicle to pull left or…
no report yet
Power train: axle assembly
Risk. The partial engagement could cause the axle shaft splines or side gears to fail which may result in loss of power to the drive wheels causing the vehicle to…
repaired · 2015 Q2
Storage: tank assembly
Risk. A hole in the tank would allow fuel to leak onto the roadway causing dangerous driving conditions, which could result in a vehicle crash, property damage,…
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
2014 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.
WE HAVE BEEN UNAWARE OF THESE RECALLS, AND AFTER DRIVERS ENDANGERING THEMSELVES AND PUBLIC SAFETY, LOSING TIME, MONEY, AND AFFECTED OUR CARRIER RATING DUE TO UNEXPLAINED LOSS OF POWER WHILE DRIVING. WE HAVE SPENT THOUSANDS GETTING TOWED AND USELESS REPAIRS. THE TRUCK HAS SHUT OFF IN MOTION AND…
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