CarRecallWatchThe 2009 International Prostar has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 4 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 1 fire.
The most-reported problem area is Unknown Or Other (1 report).
2009 International Prostar recalls
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).
Most common 2009 International Prostar problems
Problem areas named in the 4 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Unknown Or Other | 1 |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Electrical System | 1 |
What owners report
The contact owns a 2009 International Prostar. The contact stated that the front air conditioner was distributing hot air. While using the defroster, the fuse in the blower motor ignited the dashboard. The fuse panel caught fire. The driver was able to extinguish the fire. The local dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was left a voicemail message, but there was no response. The failure mileage was approximately 1,100,000.
CATERPILLAR ACERT C13 VIN OLEE23243 ARD HEAD FAILURE. CAUSED THE TRUCK TO SHUT DOWN IN TRAFFIC, LEADING TO A SAFETY INCIDENT WITH POTENTIAL FOR BODILY INJURY AND PROPERTY DAMAGE. *TR
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2009 INTERNATIONAL PROSTAR. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 65 MPH, THE VEHICLE UNEXPECTEDLY ACCELERATED UP TO 85 MPH. THE BRAKES WERE BEING DEPRESSED DURING THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER AND THE DEALER STATED THAT THERE WAS A BAD VALVE IN THE MOTOR. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 314,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 317,000. THE VIN WAS UNKNOWN.
2009 INTL PRO STAR STRUCK A GATE WHILE TRYING TO MAKE A U-TURN. *BF (OHIO TRAFFIC CRASH REPORT # 10-0122-91)*JB UPDATED 05/13/10 *BF
2009 International Prostar questions
Does the 2009 International Prostar have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2009 International Prostar: Back-Up Lights May Be Hard to See, Raising Crash Risk; Electrical System; Equipment; Trailer Hitches:Fifth Wheel Assembly; Visibility:Rear Window Wiper/Washer:Linkages; Electrical System:12V/24V/48V Battery. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2009 International Prostar?
Based on 4 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Unknown Or Other (1), Vehicle Speed Control (1), Engine (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2009 International Prostar 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.