1990 International 3800 Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

4 safety recalls on file

The 1990 International 3800 has 4 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Power Train (1 report).

4Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
Is the repair still open on your 3800?

A recall covers specific vehicles. Your VIN shows whether yours still needs the free repair.

1990 International 3800 recalls

Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch

Recall 96V192Nov 12, 1996171,638 vehicles affected

Vehicle Speed Control:Cables

Recall 95V127Jun 27, 199521,742 vehicles affected

Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly

Recall 92V102Jul 20, 1992185,000 vehicles affected

Most common 1990 International 3800 problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Power Train1
Structure1

What owners report

2002-10-15, Structure
INTERNATIONAL HAS AGREED TO REPLACE THE FRAME RAILS BUT JACKSON CITY SCHOOLS MUST PAY FOR THE LABOR AT A COST OF $4000 PER BUS. STATE HIGHWAY PATROL INSPECTORS FOR THIS SOUTHEASTERN PART OF OHIO INFORMED MY MECHANICS THAT THEY HAD FOUND SEVERAL INTERNATIONAL BUSES IN OTHER DISTRICTS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. MR
1998-10-02, Power Train
TORQUE CONVERTER FAILED CAUSING TRANSMISSION TO STOP PULLING.

1990 International 3800 questions

Does the 1990 International 3800 have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 4 safety recalls for the 1990 International 3800: Exterior Lighting:Turn Signal:Switch; Vehicle Speed Control:Cables; Fuel System, Gasoline:Storage:Tank Assembly; Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Power Assist:Hydraulic:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 1990 International 3800?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Power Train (1), Structure (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 1990 International 3800 has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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