1989 International Harvester School BUS
Only 1 complaint 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 1 complaint on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 1980 | 0 |
| 1981 | 0 |
| 1982 | 0 |
| 1986 | 2 |
| 1987 | 6 |
| 1988 | 6 |
| 1989 | 1 |
| 1991 | 6 |
| 1992 | 2 |
| 1993 | 1 |
| 1994 | 7 |
| 1995 | 10 |
| 1996 | 1 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 1 complaint on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 1 total report mentions: service brakes, hydraulic.
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BRAKE WARNING LIGHT COMES ON WITHOUT AN EXISTING FAILURE. (RECALL 94V-234) (FIRST VEHICLE IN A FLEET OF 1989-1994 MODELS) *AW
NHTSA ODI report, 19950921
SAFETY TIMELINE
No recalls on file for this model year.
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
1989 International Harvester School BUS — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (1 reports on file for this year).
FAQ
Is the 1989 International Harvester School BUS 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 1989 International Harvester School BUS?
The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:brake fluid low warning: lamp, accounting for 100% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 1989 International Harvester School BUS have?
No recalls are on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.