How many recalls does the 2005 International 8000 have?

The 2005 International 8000 has 2 NHTSA safety recall campaigns on record.

How do I check if my 2005 International 8000 has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA's official recall lookup (nhtsa.gov/recalls) to see open, unrepaired recalls for your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free.

What do owners complain about most on the 2005 International 8000?

Of 2 NHTSA complaints on file, the most-reported component is engine.

2005 International 8000 Recalls

Recalls on record Updated July 2026

The 2005 International 8000 has 2 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 51,785 vehicles. Recall repairs are always free at any authorized dealer. Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the engine. Last updated July 5, 2026.

Recall campaigns

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM 08V258000 2008-06-05 51,588 affected

Defect

NAVISTAR IS RECALLING 51,588 HEAVY TRUCKS, COMMERCIAL BUSES AND SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN NOVEMBER 21, 2000 AND MAY 21, 2008, EQUIPPED WITH ONE OR MORE REMOTE POWER MODULES. THE POTTING MATERIAL THAT ENCAPSULATES THE CIRCUIT BOARD OF THE VEHICLE'S REMOTE POWER MODULE MAY NOT SUFFICIENTLY SEAL THE CIRCUIT…

Consequence

A FIRE COULD CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR DEATH.

Remedy

NAVISTAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPAIR THE VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 10, 2008. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NAVISTAR AT 1-280-461-1890.

WHEELS 05V186000 2005-04-28 197 affected

Defect

ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY CLASS 8 TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH ACCURIDE ALUMINUM WHEELS, THE WHEELS WERE NOT PROPERLY PRE-STRESSED. THIS ALLOWS CRACKS TO DEVELOP OVER TIME.

Consequence

THIS MAY EVENTUALLY LEAD TO WHEEL FAILURE AND POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.

Remedy

DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE WHEELS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON MAY 13, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT INTERNATIONAL AT 1-800-448-7825.

Complaints by component

ENGINE

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL

Total complaints2

What owners report

Verbatim reports filed with NHTSA, lightly edited for readability and with personal information removed.

“Tl* the contact drives a 2005 international 8000 for work. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal fuel odor throughout the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who…”

ENGINE · reported 2020-11-13

“Tl* the contact drives a 2005 international 8000 for work. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal fuel odor throughout the vehicle. The check engine warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who…”

FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL · reported 2020-11-13

Sources & methodology

Recall, complaint, and investigation records from official NHTSA datasets (FLAT_RCL, FLAT_CMPL, FLAT_INV), synced weekly. Counts reflect NHTSA records for the 2005 International 8000 as of July 5, 2026. Complaint narratives are consumer-submitted and unverified. This page contains ads and affiliate links. Full methodology.