Problems owners report
Complaints filed with NHTSA about the 2000 International 4700, by the system named in each complaint. One complaint can name several.
- Service brakes, air1
NHTSA ODI complaints (public domain) · updated 23 Oct 2026 · 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported
Compared with other years
NHTSA ODI complaints by model year
Fatal crashes in the US
From 2020 to 2023, 10 2000 4700 vehicles were involved in crashes on US public roads in which someone died; 1 person died inside them, and 1 of the vehicles rolled over. This is a count, not a crash rate: it grows with the number of cars on the road.
NHTSA Fatality Analysis Reporting System (FARS), crash years 2020–2023 (public domain)
New York safety inspections
At its first New York inspection the 2000 International 4700 failed the safety check 1.06% of the time — 43% less often than the average 2000 passenger car (1.86%). Median odometer at inspection: 104,162 miles.
NY DMV Vehicle Inspections (vezn-fmmk), initial inspections since Aug 2021 · how we count
Recalls in Canada
3 Transport Canada recalls for the 2000 International 4700.
| 2002165 18 Sept 2002 | Brakes On certain vehicles, the TRW Model 410M ECU (Electronic Control Unit) can misinterpret particular false wheel speed signals generated from any of the following … |
| 2002113 17 Jun 2002 | Brakes On certain trucks the fitting that connects the double check valve to the rear axle air brake relay valve may break. If the fitting breaks the rear service brak… |
| 2001088 6 Apr 2001 | Seats And Restraints On certain vehicles built with Bostrum driver seat models (910, 910C, or 914) and with International's parking brake code 04036. If someone outside the cab adj… |
Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Contains information licensed under the Open Government Licence – Canada
Recalls
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2000-2001 International 4700, 2000-2002 4900, 2001-2003 8100 (TranStar) and 9100I, 2002-2003, 2005, 2007-2009, 2012-2014 and 2016-2018 DuraStar, 2012 and 2014-2017 ProStar, 2014-2015 TerraStar, and 2018 LT trucks. These vehicles are equipped with Kidde Plastic-Handle or Push Button 'Pindicator' fire extinguishers that may become clogged, preventing the extinguisher from discharging as expected or excessive force may be needed to activate the extinguisher. Additionally, in certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. For a full list of the affected fire extinguisher models visit: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/rcl/2017/RMISC-17E062-5427.pdf
Whether a recall was fixed on a particular car is known only to the manufacturer: check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
NHTSA recalls · summaries in NHTSA's own words
Service bulletins
What International told its dealers about the 2000 International 4700: known faults, fixes and updates.
| Bulletin | Summary |
|---|---|
| 11010428 | This 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. |
| 10219314 | PicoScope Test - Battery Loss of Charge - Parasitic Draw Test |
| 10204139 | Power Steering Diagnostics Flow / Pressure Specifications For Power Steering Gears and Power Steering Pumps |
| 10201758 | Engine Oil Capacities. All International electronic engines 1994 to present and Cummins ISB, ISM, or ISX engines |
| 10199915 | General wheel speed sensor troubleshooting |
| 10189743 | Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment |
| 10189741 | Frame Rail Straightness Inspection Procedure |
| 10179294 | Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures |
| 10179289 | Repair Procedures for Vehicles Struck by Lightning |
| 10173025 | Cleaning and Disinfecting Trucks and Buses |
| 10165643 | Oil Capacities; All Electronic International Engines 1994 - Present. Cummins ISB, ISM & ISX |
| 10163416 | Suspension Lean Diagnostics; All models |
| 10156324 | Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures |
| 10145721 | A/C Refrigerant and Oil Capacities |
| 10145715 | Engine Oil Capacities All Electronic International Engines 1994 - Present. Cummins ISB, ISM & ISX |
| 10145711 | Radio Diagnostics and Information |
| 10130818 | The fire extinguishers may become clogged or require excessive force to activate. In certain models, the nozzle may detach from the valve assembly with enough force that it could cause injury and also render the product inoperable. Only equipped with Kidde model FC5 and FC10 fire extinguishers identified by International part numbers 1696423C2 and 1696423C3 and installed post production at Navistar?s Truck Sales Processing Center (TSPC). |
| 10130787 | Using Supplier Software to Check DTCs |
| 10129185 | Cooling System Flush Procedure |
| 10129177 | J1939 Data Link Source Address Information |
| 10129176 | J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting |
| 10129174 | Steering Fluids |
| 10129173 | Steering Shake, Shimmy, Shudder, or Steering Vibration; only with 14k front weight rated axles and below |
| 10129171 | Updating OnCommand Link with Accelerator |
| 10129170 | OnCommand EZ-Tech |
NHTSA manufacturer communications (public domain)