CarRecallWatchThe 2016 International Lonestar has 6 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Fuel/Propulsion System (1 report).
2016 International Lonestar recalls
Brake and stability systems may fail to work properly
The electronic control unit (ECU) that runs the anti-lock brakes, traction control, and stability systems may receive electrical noise or weak signals.
Back-Up Lights May Be Hard to See, Raising Crash Risk
Certain International heavy trucks, covering a range of model years, may have back-up lights that are hard to see when the vehicle is in reverse or in bobtail mode (driving without a trailer).
Loose Steering Tie Rod Can Cause Loss of Steering
Certain 2016 commercial trucks and buses with specific Spicer D or E series steer axles may have a castellated nut that was not properly torqued.
Engine control module may short circuit and stall engine
The engine control module (ECM) in certain 2016 heavy-duty trucks built in August 2015 may short circuit.
Exhaust Stack Can Break Loose and Fall onto Road
The exhaust stack tail pipe may not have enough support.
Brakes May Drag and Overheat, Risking a Wheel Fire
Some air brake actuators on these heavy-duty trucks and buses may have been built with an incomplete attachment of the internal rubber diaphragm to the actuation mechanism.
Most common 2016 International Lonestar problems
Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 1 |
What owners report
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY DECELERATED TO APPROXIMATELY 5 MPH. ALSO, AN INDICATOR STATING THAT THE FUEL TANK WAS LOW ON FUEL ERRONEOUSLY APPEARED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE DEF SYSTEM WAS FAULTY AND NEEDED TO BE REPROGRAMMED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT YET REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE, BUT NO ASSISTANCE WAS AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 187,000.
2016 International Lonestar questions
Does the 2016 International Lonestar have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 6 safety recalls for the 2016 International Lonestar: Brake and stability systems may fail to work properly; Back-Up Lights May Be Hard to See, Raising Crash Risk; Loose Steering Tie Rod Can Cause Loss of Steering; Engine control module may short circuit and stall engine; Exhaust Stack Can Break Loose and Fall onto Road. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2016 International Lonestar?
Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Fuel/Propulsion System (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2016 International Lonestar 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.