1995 International Harvester 4700
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1991 | 0 |
| 1992 | 0 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 1 |
| 1995 | 2 |
| 1996 | 3 |
| 1997 | 13 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 5 |
| 2000 | 6 |
| 2001 | 7 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.
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WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH AND SHIFTING GEARS THE THROTTLE PEDAL GOT STUCK WIDE OPEN CONSUMER PULLED THE EMERGENCY STOP LEVER WHICH KILLED THE ENGINE.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990831
1 of 2 total reports mentions: parking brake.
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WHILE DRIVING AT 50 MPH AND SHIFTING GEARS THE THROTTLE PEDAL GOT STUCK WIDE OPEN CONSUMER PULLED THE EMERGENCY STOP LEVER WHICH KILLED THE ENGINE.
NHTSA ODI report, 19990831
1 of 2 total reports mentions: fuel system, gasoline.
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FUEL LINE FROM FUEL FILTER TO INJECTOR PUMP WAS INSTALLED WITH INSUFFICIENT CLEARANCE FROM ENGINE. VIBRATION CAUSED A HOLE TO BE WORN INTO FUEL LINE AT THE POINT OF CONTACT, RESULTING IN FUEL ESCAPING ONTO HOT ENGINE.
NHTSA ODI report, 19980224
SAFETY TIMELINE
FOUR COMPRESSION BACKPLATE RETAINING FASTENERS ON THE TURBO-CHARGER WERE TORQUED ONLY HAND TIGHT. THIS ALLOWS THE FASTENERS TO LOOSEN, AND CAUSES OIL TO LEAK INTO THE COMPRESSOR AIR SIDE OF THE TURBO-
Remedy: REPLACE THE SUSPECT TURBO-CHARGER WITH A NEW TURBO-CHARGER.
Campaign 94V144000 — check if this car was fixed
THE BASE OF THE ELECTRONIC ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS MADE OF DIE CAST ALUMINUM. THE BASE MOUNTS DIRECTLY TO THE CAB FIREWALL. THE CAB FIREWALL IS NOT RIGID ENOUGH OR FLAT ENOUGH AT THE MOUNTING SURFACE, CA
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL ASSEMBLY AND INSTALL A PLATE BETWEEN THE ACCELERATOR MOUNTING BASE AND THE FIREWALL ON THOSE UNITS WHERE THE BASE IS NOT BROKEN AND HAS NO VISIBLE SIGNS OF A
Campaign 94V196000 — check if this car was fixed
AT LOW AMBIENT TEMPERATURE, WITH THE PARKING BRAKE APPLIED ABD THE ENGINE RUNNING, PRESSURE CAN BUILD UP SUFFICIENTLY TO PARTIALLY PRESSURIZE THE BRAKE CHAMBER WHICH CONTROLS THE DDM PARK BRAKE AT THE
Remedy: DEALERS WILL RE-PLUMB THE HYDRAULIC LINES OF THE HYDRAULIC PARK BRAKE SYSTEM PREVENTING UNINTENTIONAL RELEASE OF THE PARK BRAKE.
Campaign 94V232000 — check if this car was fixed
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS. THE VEHICLES INVOLVED IN THIS RECALL WERE BUILT FOR EXPORT WITH MANUAL SLACK ADJUSTERS AND WERE SOLD IN THE US. THESE VEHICLES NEED TO HAVE AUTOMATIC SLACK A
Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE MANUAL SLACK ADJUSTERS WILL AUTOMATIC SLACK ADJUSTERS.
Campaign 00V413000 — check if this car was fixed
ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH BOSTROM DRIVER SEAT MODELS 910, 910SC, OR 914 AND INTERNATIONAL'S PARKING BRAKE CODE 04036, IF SOMEONE OUTSIDE THE CAB ADJUSTS/SLIDES THE DRIVER'S SEAT TO IT
Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A STOP-BRACKET ON THE SEAT TRACK TO LIMIT THE TRAVEL OF THE SEAT SO THAT THE SEAT CANNOT RELEASE THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN ON MARCH 31, 2003. OWNERS WH
Campaign 03V083000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1995 International Harvester 4700 — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for parking brake issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel system, gasoline issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 94V144000 (engine and engine cooling) has been completed.
- Verify recall 94V196000 (vehicle speed control) has been completed.
- Verify recall 94V232000 (parking brake) has been completed.
- Verify recall 00V413000 (service brakes, air) has been completed.
- Verify recall 03V083000 (seats) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 1995 International Harvester 4700 reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 1995 International Harvester 4700?
The most-reported component is vehicle speed control:accelerator pedal, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1995 International Harvester 4700 have?
5 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.