2005 International 4300
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
2 recalls name the 2005 International 4300. Newest first.
Certain my 2005 through 2006 international heavy trucks and ic corp ce school buses manufactured between june 4, 2004, and march 31, 2005. the anchor bolt that IS the pivot point for the driveline parking brake shoes may fatigue and break as a result of an incorrect surface treatment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the bolt breaks, the park brake may not engage. this could cause the vehicle to roll away without warning and could result in a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy
International recall no. 00518. international will notify owner and replace the affected anchor bolts free of charge. the recall began on october 14, 2005. customers may contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
On certain trucks built with iros rear air suspension systems, four rear suspension fasteners may not be tightened sufficiently. this hardware connects the main support members of the rear suspension to the hanger brackets.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This connection could fail if the nuts worked their way loose or off, or the bolts broke from fatigue. a failure of these fasteners could result in separation of the main support from the hanger bracket possibly resulting in a sudden loss of control of the vehicle, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace all four bolts and tighten the bolts properly. the recall began on november 5, 2004. owners should contact international at 1-800-448-7825.
Owner complaints
4 complaints1 involved a crash1 involved a fire1 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Air bags · Electrical system · Wheels
Leete tire co.sent my husband on a out of state call to tow a vehicle to n.c.coming back interstate 85 north the tow truck ending up running off the road into the woods and caught fire,looked like exploded,killed my husband and his body burned in flames.friday before the fatal accident my husband…
Leete tire co.sent my husband on a out of state call to tow a vehicle to n.c.coming back interstate 85 north the tow truck ending up running off the road into the woods and caught fire,looked like exploded,killed my husband and his body burned in flames.friday before the fatal accident my husband ask for two new tires on his tow truck for the ones on it were badly worn,his boss just swapped the tires from left to right on each front side,this truck had 1 half million miles on it,leete does their own inspections,and does not keep their employees safe,the boss waren strum gets a bonus each month if he doesnt have to fix or replaces any thing on the employees company trucks,fed.motor carrier state these truck are not allowed to even go out of state,they are investigate now,and no log IS made to service these company trucks,the air bag never went off to save my husband,the tire tread separated on the front tire.my husband died as the result,please help!! *tr
- Electrical system › Wiring
TL* the contact owns a 2005 international 4300 dump truck. the contact stated the engine would slip into idle mode and when depressing the accelerator pedal, it would not respond. The failure occurred while driving various speeds. There were numerous warning lights illuminated on the dashboard…
TL* the contact owns a 2005 international 4300 dump truck. the contact stated the engine would slip into idle mode and when depressing the accelerator pedal, it would not respond. The failure occurred while driving various speeds. There were numerous warning lights illuminated on the dashboard when the failure would occur. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the wiring harness was replaced. The failure continued to occur. the vehicle was taken back to an authorized dealer where the contact was awaiting repairs. The failure mileage was approximately 80,000 and the current mileage was approximately 89,000. updated 7/16/10 *cn the consumer stated the wiring harness had friction breaks in numerous spots; along the frame and engine causing a short and caused the truck to shut down with no warning. The truck had to be towed to the dealer twice. Updated 07/22/10*jb
- Unknown or other
Please advise where I might find out information about international dump trucks. The dump bed broke away from the frame of my father's truck. We are trying to determine if this IS a common occurrence. Model # international truck 4300 sba 4X2 thank you for any information you can provide. *Nm
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Pads
Premature and excessive brake wear on 2005 4300 international trucks, as well as 203 and 2004, to front passenger side only. seven out of nine international trucks showed this pattern. three out of four 2005 international trucks had critical pad wear on the front passenger side only, resulting…
Premature and excessive brake wear on 2005 4300 international trucks, as well as 203 and 2004, to front passenger side only. seven out of nine international trucks showed this pattern. three out of four 2005 international trucks had critical pad wear on the front passenger side only, resulting in little or no remaining pad left while all other braking points had extended life remaining. local international service department maintained that condition was critical with braking system comming apart.this occurred on a 2005 international with just 46,000 road miles. *ak
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11010428This article addresses chassis lean conditions on all chassis. This does not include any diagnostics for body leans such as a cab lean. Keep in mind that a chassis lean may cause or accentuate a cab lean. Filling out the printable form and using the notes in blue will help you to determine the source of the lean and identify the action and parts required to correct the lean.
- 10251414Starter Diagnostics and warranty claim procedure; all engines EXCLUDING Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmission or PSI engine.
- 10251409Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment.
- 10243596General Wheel Speed Sensor Troubleshooting
- 10243595Diagnosis of chassis wander complaints.
- 10234000Starter diagnostics and warranty claim procedure for all engines and all chassis EXCLUDING vehicles equipped with PSI engines or Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmissions
- 10227455J1939 Data link source address information
- 10222490Pico Scope CCOS (Crankcase Separator Test)
- 10219330PicoScope Test One Channel RCT
- 10219325PicoScope Test Resistance and Ohmmeter
- 10219319PicoScope Test for Datalink (CAN) Health Shorts & opens
- 10219314PicoScope Test - Battery Loss of Charge - Parasitic Draw Test
- 10209487Calculating pulses per mile (speedometer setting); only models equipped with International engines
- 10208431J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
- 10204137J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
- 10204136Dual Drive Cab Throttle Position Harness for APS/IVS throttle pedals; only models with both left hand and right hand drive.
- 10204134WABCO Full Power Brake Diagnostic Code (DTC) Index
- 10202873How to program parameters after changing WABCO FPB ECU (Parking brake shows N/A)
- 10201758Engine Oil Capacities. All International electronic engines 1994 to present and Cummins ISB, ISM, or ISX engines
- 10199915General wheel speed sensor troubleshooting
- 10198708Aftertreatment Clamp Corrosion; Single Can Aftertreatment Systems
- 10189743Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment
- 10189741Frame Rail Straightness Inspection Procedure
- 10181960Cab Lean Concern
- 10179296Codes 141, 142, and 621 in a 2-box ECM/IDM; only models with 2-box ECM/IDM from 2003-2007
- 10179294Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures
- 10179289Repair Procedures for Vehicles Struck by Lightning
- 10177096A/C Refrigerant and Oil Capacities
- 10173025Cleaning and Disinfecting Trucks and Buses
- 10172045J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
- 10170952Bendix EC80 Blank Module Replacement Program; This document will guide the user through selecting the correct ABS module when it has been determined a replacement is needed. Only Models with EC-80 ABS Controller
- 10169879Key Codes and Key Cutting Information (Not for CV Series)
- 10165643Oil Capacities; All Electronic International Engines 1994 - Present. Cummins ISB, ISM & ISX
- 10163416Suspension Lean Diagnostics; All models
- 10162034J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
- 10160941Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment
- 10156576Engine Emission Label Replacement, Certificate of Conformance and Clean Idle Sticker Addition Procedure
- 10156324Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures
- 10156305Tool Instruction - BCM Programming Harness
- 10145721A/C Refrigerant and Oil Capacities
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