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2008 International Ce problems

Verdict · NHTSA data

Limited data — recalls on file

NHTSA has just 11 complaints on file for the 2008 International Ce — 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.

11

NHTSA complaints

1

Recalls

1

Investigations

0

Crash-involved

0

Fires reported

0

Injuries

0

Deaths

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NCAP overall

How does 2008 compare to other Ce years?

Ce NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted11 complaints1997: 0 complaints1998: 0 complaints2002: 0 complaints2003: 0 complaints2004: 0 complaints2005: 0 complaints2006: 3 complaints2007: 4 complaints2008: 11 complaints2009: 1 complaints2011: 1 complaints2013: 3 complaints2015: 1 complaints
Ce NHTSA complaints by model year, 2008 highlighted. Red bars are years to avoid.

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What are the most common 2008 International Ce problems?

ComponentComplaintsShare
Engine218%
Fuel System218%
Visibility & Wipers218%
Electrical System218%
Lighting19%
Steering19%
Transmission19%

Does the 2008 International Ce have recalls?

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

10V104000BrakesMarch 16, 2010 · 87 units

Defect

NAVISTAR HAS NOTIFIED NHTSA ABOUT A DEFECT IN CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010 AND 2011 IC CE, HC, AND BE COMMERCIAL BUSES AND INTERNATIONAL 1300, 3200, 3300, 4100, 4200, 4300, 4400, AND MXT TRUCKS MANUFACTURED FROM NOVEMBER 19, 2003 THROUGH FEBRUARY 9, 2010. THE PARKING BRAKE MAY RELEASE IF THE BRAKE SYSTEM ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) SOFTWARE MISINTERPRETS INPUT SIGNALS GENERATED FROM CYCLING THE IGNITION SWITCH MORE THAN ONCE AT A SPECIFIC FREQUENCY.

Consequence

RELEASE OF THE PARKING BRAKE MAY CAUSE SUDDEN, UNEXPECTED SHIFT IN VEHICLE POSITION POSSIBLY RESULTING IN PROPERTY DAMAGE, PERSONAL DAMAGE, OR DEATH.

Remedy

NAVISTAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND WILL REPAIR THE VEHICLES BY REPROGRAMMING THE VEHICLE'S BRAKE SYSTEM ECU FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 14, 2010. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NAVISTAR AT 1-260-461-1890.

Consumer complaints filed with NHTSA

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

“HI, I WOULD LIKE TO REPORT DEFECTIVE FUEL LINES ON IHC BUSSES. THE YEARS RANGE FROM 2008 365 ENGINE TO 2011 MAXFORCE 7. THE PROBLEM IS THEY HAVE ALUMIUM FUEL LINES AND HAVE STAINLESS KEEPERS FOR THE QUICK DISCONECT. THEY ARE RUBBING THROUGH AND CAUSING FUEL LEAKS. IT SPAYS UP ON MOTOR AND EXHAUST.…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Fuel System · May 17, 2008

“TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2008 INTERNATIONAL CE SCHOOL BUS. THE CONTACT STATED THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR INSPECTION AND THEY DETECTED A CONDENSATION RESIDUE BUILDUP IN THE GLASS ON THE FOUR ENTRY DOOR PANELS. THE WHITE RESIDUE COMPLETELY OBSTRUCTED THE VISIBILITY. THE…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Visibility & Wipers · May 20, 2011

“THE INTERNATIONAL DT 466 SCHOOL BUS ENGINE SUDDENLY EXPERIENCED EXTREME PERFORMANCE DEGRADATION WITHOUT ANY WARNING WHILE DRIVING. THE ENGINE STARTED A POPPING NOISE AND SEVERELY LACKED POWER. WE PURCHASED 75 SCHOOL BUSES IN 2008, AND 26 PERCENT OF THEM HAD ROLLER TAPPET GUIDES FAIL BY FEBRUARY…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Engine · February 25, 2009

“THE DRIVER OF THIS SCHOOL BUS APPROACHED A STUDENTS DROP-OFF LOCATION AND ACTIVATED THE AMBER 8-WAYS. AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE DRIVER OPENED THE DOOR TO LET OFF THE STUDENTS. DUE TO A FAULTY DOOR SWITCH (INTERNATIONAL PART #2207601C1) THE RED FLASHING 8-WAY LIGHTS AS WELL AS THE STOP…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Electrical System · February 10, 2009

“THE DRIVER OF THIS SCHOOL BUS APPROACHED A STUDENTS DROP-OFF LOCATION AND ACTIVATED THE AMBER 8-WAYS. AFTER COMING TO A COMPLETE STOP, THE DRIVER OPENED THE DOOR TO LET OFF THE STUDENTS. DUE TO A FAULTY DOOR SWITCH (INTERNATIONAL PART #2207601C1) THE RED FLASHING 8-WAY LIGHTS AS WELL AS THE STOP…”

Complaint filed with NHTSA · Lighting · February 10, 2009

2008 International Ce — common questions

Is the 2008 International Ce reliable?

The record is thin — 11 NHTSA complaints — so owner-report data can't strongly confirm reliability either way, though 1 recall should be verified as completed.

What are the most common 2008 Ce problems?

According to NHTSA complaint data, the leading problem areas are visibility & wipers (2 complaints), electrical system (2 complaints), fuel system (2 complaints).

Does the 2008 International Ce have recalls?

Yes — NHTSA lists 1 recall campaign affecting the 2008 International Ce. Recall repairs are free at franchised dealers; check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm the work was done.

Is the 2008 International Ce under NHTSA investigation?

NHTSA opened one investigation into this model year; all are now closed.

Related

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

Compiled by Sharon Ben-Moshe, Founder.