2000 International Harvester 3800 recalls and problems
The 2000 International Harvester 3800 has 3 safety recalls and 9 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at any International Harvester dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2000 International Harvester 3800 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2000 International Harvester 3800 recalls
Recall 04V-269: Service Brakes, Air
Problem: On certain school buses and truck model vehicles manufactured between february 28, 1999, through april 5, 2004, the anti-lock brake system electronic control unit (Ecu) may misinterpret a corrupt wheel speed signal.
Risk: The corrupt wheel speed signals may improperly activate the ABS, instead of deactivating the ABS. This may result in the driver experiencing a hard pedal feel and a decrease in deceleration at the end of the stop, resulting in extended stopping distances which could cause a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Fix: International will notify its customers and inspect and repair the affected vehicles free of charge. The recall began august 1, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact international customer service at 1-800-327-4236.
Recall 03V-062: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Problem: On certain school and transit buses built with bosch zero offset pin slide (Zops) hydraulic disc brakes, the zops hydraulic disc brakes may experience calipers sticking in the applied position, which can result in excessive or abnormal heat generation at one or more of the brakes.
Risk: The combination of the following factors may collectively result in an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety: potential fire at a wheel end, high incident rates of stuck calipers, and evacuation and containment concerns relating to multiple passengers.
Fix: International will notify its customers and repair the buses free of charge. The recall began october 29, 2004.
Recall 00V-148: Steering
Problem: Vehicle description: school/transit buses and medium duty trucks. The castings used on the power steering pumps were not built to match the engineering drawings, resulting in a thin wall in the pump casting or a complete connection of two passages that are supposed to be separated to control fluid flow. The fluid flow may be reduced to less than the minimum required flow rate to provide full power assist to the brake system with low engine speed.
Risk: An increase in stopping distance at slow engine speeds can result, increasing the possibility of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace all pumps that have the defective casting numbers.
2000 International Harvester 3800 problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|---|---|
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | |
| Steering | 2 | |
| Service Brakes, Air | 2 | |
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 1 |
Most reported parts
- Steering › Hydraulic Power Assist › Pump — 2
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Cooling System — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 13,450 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2000 International Harvester 3800 complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2000 International Harvester 3800 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recalls for the 2000 International Harvester 3800: 04V-269 (service brakes, air), 03V-062 (service brakes, hydraulic), 00V-148 (steering). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What is the most common problem with the 2000 International Harvester 3800?
Owners report service brakes, hydraulic problems most often (4 reports), followed by steering (2). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 13,450 miles.
Are International Harvester recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized International Harvester dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.