2017 International Rh problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (1)
Service Brakes, Air 2017-03-14 · campaign 17V174000 · 2,786 vehicles
Defect: Navistar Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2018 International LT, 2016-2017 International ProStar, 2017-2018 International LoneStar and International RH heavy diesel trucks. The air dryer mounting bracket may fracture, causing air system leaks or a loss of air pressure to the brake system.
Risk: A loss of brake air pressure could lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air dryer mounting bracket, free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2017. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for the recall is 17502.
Service bulletins (278)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-07-21 · IK1900198 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this article only applies to models w/ 0016uzl built between 06/23/2014 – 05/11/2020 or models w/ 0016uzl w/ safety recall 14516 completed reference the appropriate technician manual for models outside of this population. safety recall 14516 has been issued for units built before june 23, 2014. for
Engine 2026-04-15 · IK2600297 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this document enables technicians to: 1. accurately identify international® a26b engine control systems. 2. understand the programming requirements and system behavior. 3. perform programming tasks independently without needing technical support.
Engine 2026-04-15 · IK2600298 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this document enables technicians to: 1. accurately identify international® a26a engine control systems. 2. understand the programming intricacies related to these systems. 3. perform programming tasks independently without needing technical support.
Engine 2026-02-21 · IK1500109 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this document will guide the user through supplemental fuel system diagnostics on 2017 a26 esn 4500000 - 4599999.
Engine 2026-02-05 · IK2600090 · Other
new carb idle reduction change request
Electrical System 2026-02-03 · IK4300035 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this tool is designed to compare diamond logic feature data across multiple vehicle configuration files. it allows users to quickly load files either manually or directly from the diamond logic builder vehicles folder using vin-based selection. as files are added or removed, the comparison runs auto
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What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.