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2018 INTERNATIONAL 8600

2 recalls, 0 complaints - 11 TSBs

25V817000 Nov 25, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2016 7600, 2016-2023 Lonestar, 2018 8600, 2018-2023 LT, 2021-2026 MV, 2022-2023 RH, 2023-2026 HX, and 2025-2026 HV vehicles. Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or s... Read more
Consequence
Safety systems that depend on the ECU, such as Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System, may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
International will work with Bendix to reprogram the ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25525. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in... Read more
678 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: International Motors, LLC
23V353000 May 18, 2023
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS
Defect Description
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 99... Read more
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.
32,880 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Navistar, Inc.

No complaints found for this vehicle.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2018 INTERNATIONAL 8600

11 manufacturer communications from 7 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM4
010000 STEERING2
020000 SUSPENSION2
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING2
030000 BRAKES (PWS)1
IK0200013 Feb 21, 2024
010000 STEERING
Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment.
IK0200013 Feb 21, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment.
IK0800407 Feb 21, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Starter Diagnostics and warranty claim procedure; all engines EXCLUDING Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmission or PSI engine.
IK0800407 Feb 21, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Starter Diagnostics and warranty claim procedure; all engines EXCLUDING Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmission or PSI engine.
IK0800351 Nov 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
IK0300010 Sep 29, 2023
010000 STEERING
Diagnosis of chassis wander complaints.
IK0300010 Sep 29, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
Diagnosis of chassis wander complaints.
IK0400040 Sep 26, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
General Wheel Speed Sensor Troubleshooting
IK2600069 Sep 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
How to request a horsepower quote; all International and Cummins engines
IK0800351 Aug 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
IKo800080 Aug 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting

NHTSA Safety Investigations, INTERNATIONAL 8600

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

EQ12011 Opened: Dec 4, 2012 , Closed: Jul 12, 2013
EQ, Closed , Model Year: 2013
Leaking MGM brake chambers
The summary for this investigation is provided in a separate attachment to this resume.This equipment query is closed.

INTERNATIONAL 8600 - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the INTERNATIONAL 8600 across all model years (2002, 2018).

50 Total Recalls
3 Total Complaints
1 Investigations
0 Reported Crashes
0 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

INTERNATIONAL 8600 - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2018 (current) 2 0
2017 1 0 View
2016 1 0 View
2015 1 0 View
2014 1 0 View
2013 2 0 View
2012 1 0 View
2011 3 2 View
2010 3 0 View
2009 2 0 View
2008 5 0 View
2007 5 0 View
2006 4 0 View
2005 4 0 View
2004 6 0 View
2003 6 1 View
2002 3 0 View

Other INTERNATIONAL Models

Model Recalls Complaints
LONESTAR 154 9 View
LT 151 28 View
PROSTAR 147 52 View
MV 144 8 View
DURASTAR 98 6 View
HX 95 0 View
HV 95 1 View
RH 85 2 View