International Workstar problems by model year

Updated Oct 11, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 1 owner complaints and 36 recalls on file for the International Workstar (2010–2022).

Complaints: 1
Recalls: 36
Model years: 12
Worst year: —

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per International Workstar model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every International Workstar model year

Year	Complaints	Crashes	Recalls	Top problem
2022 Workstar	0	0	1	—
2020 Workstar	0	0	4	—
2019 Workstar	0	0	10	—
2018 Workstar	0	0	9	—
2017 Workstar	0	0	5	—
2016 Workstar	1	1	4	Transmission & Drivetrain
2015 Workstar	0	0	5	—
2014 Workstar	0	0	4	—
2013 Workstar	0	0	13	—
2012 Workstar	0	0	14	—
2011 Workstar	0	0	8	—
2010 Workstar	0	0	2	—

Most common International Workstar problem areas (all years)

Transmission & Drivetrain
1 complaints

International Workstar recalls

Recall 25V178000Mar 21, 2025153 vehiclesModel years 2019
Risk: A loss of outer brake pad function can extend the vehicle's stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 23V248000Apr 6, 202342,054 vehiclesModel years 2017–2020
Risk: An overheated electrical circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Recall 22V428000Jun 16, 202233,655 vehiclesModel years 2022
Risk: A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 21V366000May 19, 20211,780 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Recall 20V810000Dec 23, 202017,213 vehiclesModel years 2015–2018
Risk: Unexpected Vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Recall 20V229000Apr 22, 2020130 vehiclesModel years 2019
Risk: If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.
Recall 20V219000Apr 17, 202027,421 vehiclesModel years 2017–2020
Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury. An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 19V841000Nov 21, 201912,539 vehiclesModel years 2018–2020
Risk: Unintended vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
Recall 19V239000Mar 26, 20197 vehiclesModel years 2017–2018
Risk: If the brake lights incorrectly illuminate, it can confuse other drivers, possibly increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 19V216000Mar 20, 201923,122 vehiclesModel years 2017–2020
Risk: A fire increases the risk of injury. An engine stall can increase the risk of crash.
Recall 18V826000Nov 21, 201821,740 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019
Risk: Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 18V597000Sep 7, 20182,089 vehiclesModel years 2019
Risk: An air leak or separation of the spring brake chamber can increase the needed stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 18V293000May 3, 201818,665 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019
Risk: If the D-ring bolt breaks during a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
Recall 17V575000Sep 20, 20171,175 vehiclesModel years 2016
Risk: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 15V776000Nov 20, 201515,730 vehiclesModel years 2013–2014
Risk: A high engine idle may make downshifting the transmission difficult and the engine brake may be disabled. These factors may hinder slowing down the truck when descending a long grade, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 15V394000Jun 22, 201529,182 vehiclesModel years 2011–2012
Risk: If the cable contacts the metal edge of the cab, it may cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 15V254000Apr 29, 20154 vehiclesModel years 2016
Risk: Without adequate lubrication to the wheel end hub assembly, the bearings may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 15V241000Apr 22, 201582,736 vehiclesModel years 2011–2015
Risk: If the LPM overheats and fails, there is an increased risk of a fire.
Recall 15V165000Mar 23, 20152,222 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016
Risk: If the brakes drag and overheat there is an increased risk of a wheel end fire.
Recall 14V807000Dec 22, 2014498 vehiclesModel years 2013–2015
Risk: Reduced light output may impair the driver's vision, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 14V201000Apr 17, 2014297 vehiclesModel years 2013–2015
Risk: If the air disk brake caliper has loose or missing bolts, the air disk brake caliper may come loose from the mounting plate causing the vehicle to pull left or right while braking and lengthening the distance needed to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 14V064000Feb 20, 20141,196 vehiclesModel years 2012–2013
Risk: S-cam bracket fractures may result in an inoperative brake on the affected wheel. This will cause the vehicle to pull to one side unexpectedly during braking and/or increase the stopping distance. Either result may increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 14V042000Feb 7, 2014114 vehiclesModel years 2013
Risk: The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 13V146000Apr 17, 201314,720 vehiclesModel years 2011–2013
Risk: If the sun shade separates from the cab roof during vehicle operation, the sudden release of the sun shade could distract the driver increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 13V020000Jan 17, 20137,657 vehiclesModel years 2013
Risk: An unexpected engine shut down while driving may increase the risk of a vehicle crash.

Other International models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology