MYRModel Year Report

2003 International 4300

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2003 International 4300
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:48:43.944Z

Only 8 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 8 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 4300 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2003 highlighted. 1997: 0 complaints 1997 1998: 0 complaints 1999: 0 complaints 1999 2002: 5 complaints 2003: 8 complaints 2003 2004: 4 complaints 2005: 4 complaints 2005 2006: 4 complaints 2007: 4 complaints 2007 2008: 1 complaints 2009: 1 complaints 2009 2010: 1 complaints 2011: 1 complaints 2011 2012: 2 complaints 2013: 2 complaints 2013 2018: 0 complaints 2018
2003: 8 complaints
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YearComplaints
19970
19980
19990
20025
20038
20044
20054
20064
20074
20081
20091
20101
20111
20122
20132
20180

KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS

Only 8 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

3 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH
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ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF. ESPECIALLY WHEN IT IS RAINING. ACCORDING TO A MECHANIC AT MAUDLIN, IF MORE THAN ONE SENSOR GOES OUT THE WHOLE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM FAILS TO WORK CAUSING IT TO REVERT TO MANUAL BRAKES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030825

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

3 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

CRASH
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ABS LIGHT COMES ON AND OFF. ESPECIALLY WHEN IT IS RAINING. ACCORDING TO A MECHANIC AT MAUDLIN, IF MORE THAN ONE SENSOR GOES OUT THE WHOLE ABS BRAKE SYSTEM FAILS TO WORK CAUSING IT TO REVERT TO MANUAL BRAKES.

NHTSA ODI report, 20030825

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

2 of 8 total reports mention: service brakes, hydraulic.

TIRES

1 of 8 total reports mentions: tires.

SUSPENSION

1 of 8 total reports mentions: suspension.

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20020415 — steering

ON CERTAIN TRUCKS, THE COTTER PIN THAT GOES THROUGH THE DRAG LINK BALL STUD AT THE CONNECTION TO THE PITMAN ARM IS MISSING. THIS PIN PREVENTS THE CASTLE NUT FROM LOOSENING.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE AND INSTALL A COTTER PIN IF IT IS MISSING. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN APRIL 15, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERV

Campaign 02V095000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20021230 — parking brake

ON CERTAIN MEDIUM AND HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS BUILT WITH DRIVELINE PARKING BRAKE CODES 04GAR, THE PARKING BRAKE ASSEMBLY MAY NOT HOLD THE VEHICLE IN POSITION WHEN SET. FACTORS CONTRIBUTING TO THIS POSSIBI

Remedy: DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE CAM, LEVER, AND BOLT. OWNER NOTIFICATION BEGAN DECEMBER 30, 2002. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT RECEIVE

Campaign 02V260000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20030224 — service brakes, hydraulic

CERTAIN SCHOOL BUSES AND HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS BUILT WITH HYDRAULIC BRAKES AND AN AIR POWERED PARKING BRAKE (BRAKE CODE 04GAS) FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDAR

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL THE HYDRAULIC BRAKE MONITOR MODULE. OWNER NOTIFICATION IS BEGAN DURING FEBRUARY 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLES TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND

Campaign 03V024000 — check if this car was fixed

I 20030609 — PE (closed 20031007)

STEERING ARM SEPARATION

R 20031003 — service brakes, air

CERTAIN HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS." THE PRIMARY AND SECONDARY AIR SUPPLY HOSES FROM THE FOOT VALVE TO

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPAIR VEHICLES. OWNER NOTIFICATION WILL BE COMPLETED BY OCTOBER 3, 2003. OWNERS WHO TAKE THEIR VEHICLE TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER ON AN AGREED UPON SERVICE DATE AND DO NOT REC

Campaign 03V317000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2003 International 4300 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (3 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for service brakes, hydraulic issues (2 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 02V095000 (steering) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 02V260000 (parking brake) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V024000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 03V317000 (service brakes, air) has been completed.
Inspected by ______________ Date ______________

FAQ

Is the 2003 International 4300 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 2003 International 4300?

The most-reported component is service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module, accounting for 38% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2003 International 4300 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.