1997 International Harvester 3000 Problems, Complaints & Recalls

Source: NHTSA · Updated Jul 29, 2003 · 0 owner complaints analyzed

Compared with other 3000 years
Not enough data 3rd of 7 for complaints
NHTSA crash rating
Not rated

NHTSA has received no owner complaints about the 1997 International Harvester 3000 so far. There are 2 safety recalls covering this model year. NHTSA has opened 1 defect investigation involving it.

Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.

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1997 International Harvester 3000 recalls (2)

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SteeringJul 28, 2003 · NHTSA campaign 03V264000 · 24,375 vehicles

Problem: On certain school, transit, and commercial buses equipped with adjustable steering columns, the steering shaft pinch bolt interferes with the rubber boot that protects it. Over time, a hole may wear into the boot and catch the bolt.

Risk: If the bolt catches on the hole, the boot may restrict the movement of the steering wheel which could result in a vehicle crash.

Fix: International notify its customers and inspect and, if necessary, repair the steering column. Owner notification began november 19, 2003. Owners should contact international at 1-800-448-7825.

Wheels; tiresMay 10, 2002 · NHTSA campaign 02V137000 · 801 vehicles

Problem: Certain heavy duty trucks, truck tractors, and buses equipped with 195/75r22.5 tires mounted on 7.5 inch wide wheels fail to comply with requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." these tires and rims do not match.

Risk: Tires mounted on rims that are too narrow could experience a decrease in sidewall durability, and could also experience higher treadwear for tires mounted on the steering axle.

Fix: Dealers will install new rims of an acceptable width (8.25 - 9 9inches) for the 295/75r22.5 tire size. Owner notification began august 23, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact international at 1-800-448-7825.

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NHTSA defect investigations

  • Loss of power assist/braking/steering (RQ02007) — opened Mar 12, 2002, closed Jul 31, 2002, led to recall 00V148000.

Other International Harvester 3000 years

← 1996 3000 · 1998 3000 →

YearComplaintsRecalls
2001 300004
2000 300017
1999 300007
1998 300005
199702
1996 300012
1995 300002

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Frequently asked questions

What are the most common problems with the 1997 International Harvester 3000?

NHTSA has no owner complaints on file yet.

Was there a recall on the 1997 International Harvester 3000?

Yes, 2 safety recalls. Enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov to check whether the repairs were done on your car.

Was the 1997 International Harvester 3000 a good year?

Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other 3000 model years, the 1997 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.