No complaints are listed for the 2017 International LT. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-08.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as INTERNATIONAL LT.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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5 recalls.
Date: 2023-05-18. Systems: EXTERIOR LIGHTING.
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2000-2003 International 8100, 2001-2003 International 9100i, 2001-2007 International 9400i, 2001-2010 International 9200i, 2002-2007, 2009 International 8500, 2003-2007, 2013 International 9900i, 2003-2018 International 8600, 2004, 2007 International 9900iX, 2008-2018 International ProStar, 2010-2011, 2013, 2016 International LoneStar, 2011-2012, 2016 (excerpt)
Consequence: Low visibility or obstructed back up lights may not alert other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: Dealers will replace the existing rear stop/turn signal lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 06, 2024. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23514. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2022-07-28. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 International LoneStar and 2016-2021 International LT vehicles. The cables that connect the batteries to the vehicle frame may become excessively hot, and in some cases, cause battery post separation.
Consequence: Excessively hot battery ground cables may cause personal injury during battery maintenance repairs. In addition, a battery post that separates from the battery can result in an engine stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the alternator positive and ground cables, and relocate the alternator ground to the starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 26, 2022. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22516.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2021-02-17. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE.
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 International LoneStar and 2017-2021 International LT vehicles. The battery ground cable ring terminal at the frame connecting point may break, resulting in a loss of electrical power and unintended engine shutdown without warning.
Consequence: An unexpected engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery ground cable, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 21501.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2019-02-26. Systems: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2020 International LT and 2017-2018 Prostar 73-inch sleeper cab models equipped with feature code 07BKP or 07BKR (exhaust system with horizontal after treatment device and horizontal tailpipe mounted on right side). In the affected vehicles, the rear exhaust hanger bracket may crack, which can cause the forward hanger bracket to also crack. If (excerpt)
Consequence: If the exhaust tail pipe detaches from the vehicle while being driven, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear exhaust hanger bracket and replace any forward bracket found cracked and any exhaust tailpipe found damaged, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2019. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 19501. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Date: 2017-03-14. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.
Defect: Navistar Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2018 International LT, 2016-2017 International ProStar, 2017-2018 International LoneStar and International RH heavy diesel trucks. The air dryer mounting bracket may fracture, causing air system leaks or a loss of air pressure to the brake system.
Consequence: A loss of brake air pressure could lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air dryer mounting bracket, free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2017. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for the recall is 17502.
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
396 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 115 |
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| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 82 |
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| EQUIPMENT | 65 |
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| ENGINE | 37 |
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| STRUCTURE | 35 |
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| POWER TRAIN | 25 |
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| STEERING | 18 |
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| SUSPENSION | 17 |
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11035956
Date: 2026-07-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
This article only applies to Models w/ 0016UZL Built Between 06/23/2014 a 05/11/2020 OR Models w/ 0016UZL w/ Safety Recall 14516 Completed Reference the appropriate Technician Manual for models outside of this population. Safety Recall 14516 has been issued for units built before June 23, 2014. Fo
11032458
Date: 2026-04-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE.
This document enables technicians to: 1. Accurately identify InternationalA? A26A engine control systems. 2. Understand the programming intricacies related to these systems. 3. Perform programming tasks independently without needing technical support.
11032493
Date: 2026-04-15. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE.
This document enables technicians to: 1. Accurately identify InternationalA? A26B engine control systems. 2. Understand the programming requirements and system behavior. 3. Perform programming tasks independently without needing technical support.
11031189
Date: 2026-03-30. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.
Some interaxle shafts (the driveshaft connecting 2 drive axles) utilize special phasing. This is by design to reduce torsional vibrations. See Dana/Spicer letter here & Meritor here.
11029476
Date: 2026-02-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
This document will guide the user through supplemental fuel system diagnostics on 2017 A26 ESN 4500000 - 4599999.
11029463
Date: 2026-02-07. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL.
This document will guide the user through troubleshooting steps to submitting a case file for a horsepower request.
11028361
Date: 2026-02-05. Type: Other. Systems: ENGINE.
New CARB Idle Reduction Change Request
11029461
Date: 2026-02-03. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
This tool is designed to compare Diamond Logic feature data across multiple vehicle configuration files. It allows users to quickly load files either manually or directly from the Diamond Logic Builder Vehicles folder using VIN-based selection. As files are added or removed, the comparison runs auto
11028362
Date: 2026-01-26. Type: Other. Systems: ENGINE.
This document provides guidance for assessing the feasibility of implementing a customer-requested change to an engine or vehicle parameter/feature. Customer requested changes will be approved in accordance with the requirements specified in 40 CFR Part 1037 to ensure continued compliance with green
11028359
Date: 2026-01-02. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE.
Engine replacements for all International engines will need to follow this procedure.