2004 International 4400 problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 3 complaints on file for the 2004 International 4400 — too few to judge reliability from owner reports alone — but 3 recall campaigns apply 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 2004 compare to other 4400 years?

4400 NHTSA complaints by model year, 2004 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2004 International 4400 problems?

Component	Complaints	Share	vs prior year
Electrical System	1	33%	new
Engine	1	33%	— flat
Fuel System	1	33%	new

Does the 2004 International 4400 have recalls?

3 NHTSA recall campaigns on file. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers.

23V353000LightingMay 18, 2023 · 32,880 units

Defect

Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2000-2003 International 8100, 2001-2003 International 9100i, 2001-2007 International 9400i, 2001-2010 International 9200i, 2002-2007, 2009 International 8500, 2003-2007, 2013 International 9900i, 2003-2018 International 8600, 2004, 2007 International 9900iX, 2008-2018 International ProStar, 2010-2011, 2013, 2016 International LoneStar, 2011-2012, 2016 International 4400, 2017-2024 International LT, 2018-2024 International RH, 2019-2021 International LS, 2019-2024 International MV vehicles. The back-up lights offer low visibility when the vehicle is in reverse and bobtail mode. Also, the vehicles have not been equipped with additional unobstructed back-up lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Consequence

Low visibility or obstructed back up lights may not alert other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the existing rear stop/turn signal lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 06, 2024. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23514.

04V569000Body & StructureDecember 3, 2004 · 17,443 units

Defect

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE BOLTS THAT MOUNT THE FRONT OF THE CAB TO THE MOUNTING BRACKETS WERE NOT PROPERLY TORQUED AT THE MANUFACTURING PLANT.

Consequence

THESE BOLTS CAN LOOSEN DURING NORMAL VEHICLE USE AND FALL OUT. THIS MAY LEAD TO THE CAB SEPARATING FROM THE VEHICLE'S CHASSIS DURING A VEHICLE CRASH THAT MAY RESULT IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy

AS AN INTERIM ACTION, DEALERS WILL PROPERLY TIGHTEN THE EXISTING CAB MOUNTING BOLTS AND REPLACE ANY MISSING BOLTS. AS SOON AS PARTS ARE AVAILABLE, DEALERS WILL REPLACE ALL SIXTEEN BOLTS AND TIGHTEN THEM PROPERLY. AN INTERIM LETTER WAS SENT TO OWNERS ON FEBRUARY 11, 2005. ANOTHER LETTER WAS SENT TO OWNERS ON APRIL 8, 2005, AS SOON AS PARTS ARE AVAILABLE. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT INTERNATIONAL AT 1-800-448-7825.

04V414000OtherAugust 25, 2004 · 202 units

Defect

CERTAIN TRUCKS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 120, "TIRE SELECTION AND RIMS FOR MOTOR VEHICLES OTHER THAN PASSENGER CARS," AND WITH PART 567, 'CERTIFICATION.' THE "COMPLETE VEHICLE" LABEL WITH THE GROSS VEHICLE WEIGHT RATING (GVWR), GROSS AXLE WEIGHT RATING (GAWR), RECOMMENDED TIRE SIZE AND TIRE PRESSURE WAS NOT INSTALLED ON THE VEHICLE.

Consequence

A MISUNDERSTANDING OF THE VEHICLE'S WEIGHT RATING, TIRE TYPE, OR TIRE PRESSURE MAY CAUSE A VEHICLE TO BE OPERATED OUTSIDE ITS DESIGNED PARAMETERS. THIS COULD RESULT IN A CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL MAIL VIN SPECIFIC LABELS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR INSTALLATION. IF AN OWNER DOES NOT WISH TO INSTALL THE LABEL, THE VEHICLE MAY BE TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSTALLATION WITHOUT CHARGE. THIS RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 8, 2004. OWNERS SHOULD CONTACT INTERNATIONAL AT 1-800-448-7825.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED AFTER SHUTTING THE VEHICLE DOWN, THE BOTTOM LINER O-RING PROPELLED THROUGH THE NUMBER 4 CYLINDER. THE RADIATOR FLUID DRAINED INTO THE OIL WHICH RESULTED IN THE ENGINE SEIZURE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE DEALER AND THE ENGINE WAS OVER HAULED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS ALERTED.…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 28, 2006

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2004 INTERNATIONAL 4400 DT466. THE CONTACT STATED THAT VEHICLE BURST INTO FLAMES FROM UNDER THE DASHBOARD WHILE PARKED IN THE GARAGE AND SHUT OFF. AS A RESULT, THE BUILDING ALSO BURNED DOWN. THE FIRE DEPARTMENT WAS CONTACTED AND NO INJURIES WERE REPORTED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS…”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · November 16, 2011 · fire

“MASSIVE FUEL LEAK UNDER TRUCK CAB. THIS WAS CAUSED BY FUEL RETURN LINE COMING OFF BACK OF ENGINE. PLASTIC CLIP THAT IS NOT SECURELY FASTENED IS FACTORY DESIGN. VERY UNSAFE IN MY OPINION. *TR”
Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · January 15, 2015

2004 International 4400 — common questions

Is the 2004 International 4400 reliable?

The record is thin — 3 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 3 recalls should be verified as completed.

Does the 2004 International 4400 have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns affecting the 2004 International 4400. 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 2004 compare to other 4400 years?

What are the most common 2004 International 4400 problems?

Does the 2004 International 4400 have recalls?

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

2004 International 4400 — common questions

Is the 2004 International 4400 reliable?

Does the 2004 International 4400 have recalls?

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