MYRModel Year Report

2001 International Harvester 4700

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2001 International Harvester 4700
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:29:38.859Z

Only 7 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 7 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, International Harvester 4700 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2001 highlighted. 1991: 0 complaints 1991 1992: 0 complaints 1993: 1 complaints 1993 1994: 1 complaints 1995: 2 complaints 1995 1996: 3 complaints 1997: 13 complaints 1997 1998: 2 complaints 1999: 5 complaints 1999 2000: 6 complaints 2001: 7 complaints 2001
2001: 7 complaints
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YearComplaints
19910
19920
19931
19941
19952
19963
199713
19982
19995
20006
20017

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 7 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 7 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

FIRE
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RIGHT REAR HYDRAULIC BRAKE CALIPER FAILED. *MR THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE CALIPER FAILED TO RELEASE PROPERLY AND RESULTED IN A FIRE. THE CONSUMER WAS TRANSPORTING A BULLDOZER AT THE TIME. ALL REAR BRAKES AND CALIPERS WERE REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030729

THE RIGHT REAR HYDRAULIC BRAKE CALIPER FAILED TO RELEASE PROPERLY, WHICH RESULTED IN A VEHICLE FIRE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030627

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 7 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL

1 of 7 total reports mentions: vehicle speed control.

FIRE
SUSPENSION

1 of 7 total reports mentions: suspension.

FIRE
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RIGHT REAR HYDRAULIC BRAKE CALIPER FAILED. *MR THE RIGHT REAR BRAKE CALIPER FAILED TO RELEASE PROPERLY AND RESULTED IN A FIRE. THE CONSUMER WAS TRANSPORTING A BULLDOZER AT THE TIME. ALL REAR BRAKES AND CALIPERS WERE REPLACED.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030729

STRUCTURE

1 of 7 total reports mentions: structure.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20010420 — seats

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: 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 DRIV

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A STOP-BRACKET ON THE SEAT TRACK TO LIMIT THE TRAVEL OF THE SEAT SO THAT THE SEAT CAN NOT RELEASE THE PARKING BRAKE LEVER. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 20, 2001. OWNERS WHO TA

Campaign 01V102000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20021111 — service brakes, air

ON CERTAIN MEDIUM AND HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS, A BRASS FITTING CONNECTS THE DOUBLE CHECK VALVE TO THE BRAKE RELAY VALVE. WITH CERTAIN INPUTS TO THE VEHICLE, THE WEIGHT OF THE CHECK VALVE ON THE FITTING CAN

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A KIT TO REMOUNT THE DOUBLE CHECK VALVE WITH A FLEXIBLE HOSE ON THE MAJORITY OF VEHICLES. ON A SMALL NUMBER OF UNITS WITH CLEARANCE ISSUES OR TRACTION CONTROL, A KIT WITH A NEW R

Campaign 02V135002 — check if this car was fixed

R 20030418 — service brakes, air

ON CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS, A BRASS FITTING CONNECTS THE DOUBLE CHECK VALVE TO THE BRAKE RELAY VALVE. WITH CERTAIN INPUTS TO THE VEHICLE, THE WEIGHT OF THE CHECK VALVE ON THE FITTING CAN CAUSE THE

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A KIT TO REMOUNT THE DOUBLE CHECK VALVE WITH A FLEXIBLE HOSE ON THE MAJORITY OF VEHICLES. ON A SMALL NUMBER OF UNITS WITH CLEARANCE ISSUES OR TRACTION CONTROL, A KIT WITH A NEW R

Campaign 03V137000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20040802 — service brakes, air

ON CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES AND TRUCK MODEL VEHICLES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN FEBRUARY 28, 1999, THROUGH APRIL 5, 2004, THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM ELECTRONIC CONTROL UNIT (ECU) MAY MISINTERPRET A CORRUPT WHEE

Remedy: INTERNATIONAL WILL NOTIFY ITS CUSTOMERS AND INSPECT AND REPAIR THE AFFECTED VEHICLES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN AUGUST 1, 2004. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN A

Campaign 04V269000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2001 International Harvester 4700 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for vehicle speed control issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 01V102000 (seats) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 02V135002 (service brakes, air) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V137000 (service brakes, air) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 04V269000 (service brakes, air) has been completed.
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FAQ

Is the 2001 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 2001 International Harvester 4700?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:caliper, accounting for 29% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2001 International Harvester 4700 have?

4 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.