repaired · 2016 Q4
Defroster/defogger/hvac system: fan/motor
Risk. If the LPM overheats and fails, there is an increased risk of a fire.
2012 International TerrastarProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2012 International Terrastar, most often about the steering. It is covered by 5 safety recalls, and for recall 15V-241 the manufacturer reports only 79% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through April 22, 2015. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2012 International Terrastar has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Steering
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Steering | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
5 recalls
2012 International Terrastar 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 Q2
Electrical system: software
Risk. If the Engine Warning Protection System is enabled and certain engine faults occur, the emergency vehicle may shutdown (EWPS) hampering rescue operations and…
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
Gear box: shaft pitman
Risk. IF THIS OCCURS, A LOSS OF STEERING CONTROL COULD RESULT, INCREASING THE RISK OF CRASH RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY, OR DEATH.
Show 1 more recall
no report yet
Tank assembly: filler pipe and cap
Risk. ENGINE STALL ON THE ROADWAY INCREASES THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
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
2012 vs. every other Terrastar 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 Terrastar median. How we score
'11'12'13'14'15'16'17
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
In owners' words
What Terrastar owners report
Recent steering complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I BOUGHT A NEW 2012 INTERNATIONAL TERRASTAR FLATBED TOW TRUCK IN NOVEMBER 2012. I HAVE HAD STEERING PROBLEMS FROM THE DAY I BOUGHT IT. THE TRUCK WENT BACK TO THE DEALER ON NUMEROUS OCCASIONS, BUT IT COULD NEVER BE FIXED, EVEN THOUGH THE DEALER SAID IT WAS FIXED. AT THIS TIME THE STEERING WHEEL…
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Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.