2013 International 4300 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 5 complaints on file for the 2013 International 4300 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but one recall campaign applies to this year, so any used example should have its VIN checked for completed recall work.

NHTSA complaints

Recalls

Investigations

Crash-involved

Fires reported

Injuries

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2013 compare to other 4300 years?

4300 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2013 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2013 International 4300 problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Electrical System	2	40%	▲ up
Engine	2	40%	— flat
Fuel System	1	20%	— flat

Does the 2013 International 4300 have recalls?

1 NHTSA recall campaign on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

14V042000TransmissionFebruary 7, 2014 · 114 units

Defect

Navistar Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2010-2011 IC bus 3200, model year 2012 and 2014 IC bus CE and model year 2011-2013 IC bus HC transit buses and model year 2008-2013 International 4300 and model year 2013 International Workstar commercial trucks equipped with Eaton hybrid automated transmissions. The software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle's engine speed during downshifts without the driver's input.

Consequence

The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners and Eaton authorized service facilities will update the Hybrid Control Module Software version, free of charge. The recall began on May 28, 2014. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-331-332-1590.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

Representative excerpts, cleaned of personal information. These are consumer statements, not verified defects.

“WHAT USUALLY HAPPENS IS YOU GET AN OPEN FLOW OF EXHAUST COMING IN AT WILL, WHICH IS FULL OF SOOT, BECAUSE THE ENGINE IS NOT COMBUSTING ALL THE FUEL COMPLETELY AND IT GOES INTO THE EGR COOLERS.THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD, VALVE AND COOLERS INSIDE THE EGR HOUSING ARE FILLED WITH SOOT. FUEL ECONOMY…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · June 29, 2018

“WHAT USUALLY HAPPENS IS YOU GET AN OPEN FLOW OF EXHAUST COMING IN AT WILL, WHICH IS FULL OF SOOT, BECAUSE THE ENGINE IS NOT COMBUSTING ALL THE FUEL COMPLETELY AND IT GOES INTO THE EGR COOLERS.THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD, VALVE AND COOLERS INSIDE THE EGR HOUSING ARE FILLED WITH SOOT. FUEL ECONOMY…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · June 29, 2018

“WHAT USUALLY HAPPENS IS YOU GET AN OPEN FLOW OF EXHAUST COMING IN AT WILL, WHICH IS FULL OF SOOT, BECAUSE THE ENGINE IS NOT COMBUSTING ALL THE FUEL COMPLETELY AND IT GOES INTO THE EGR COOLERS.THE EXHAUST MANIFOLD, VALVE AND COOLERS INSIDE THE EGR HOUSING ARE FILLED WITH SOOT. FUEL ECONOMY…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · June 29, 2018

2013 International 4300 — common questions

Is the 2013 International 4300 reliable?

The record is thin — 5 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

Does the 2013 International 4300 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2013 International 4300. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Based on NHTSA ODI data through June 2026. Complaints are consumer-reported and unverified. Updated July 5, 2026.

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.

How does 2013 compare to other 4300 years?

What are the most common 2013 International 4300 problems?

Does the 2013 International 4300 have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2013 International 4300 — common questions

Is the 2013 International 4300 reliable?

Does the 2013 International 4300 have recalls?

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