2006 International 4300

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2006 International 4300
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:48:35.152Z

Only 4 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 4 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.

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COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, International 4300 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2006 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 2006 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
2006: 4 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 4 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SUSPENSION

1 of 4 total reports mentions: suspension.

CRASH INJURY
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TL* THE CONTACT RENTED A 2006 INTERNATIONAL 4300 FROM A VEHICLE RENTAL FACILITY. WHILE BRAKING FROM APPROXIMATELY 58 MPH, THE REAR END OF THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO EXCESSIVELY SWAY FROM THE RIGHT, RESULTED IN A SINGLE VEHICLE CRASH.

NHTSA ODI report, 20100727

STEERING

1 of 4 total reports mentions: steering.

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TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 INTERNATIONAL TOW TRUCK 4300. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE STEERING WAS HARD TO CONTROL, CAUSING THE VEHICLE TO SWERVE AND VIBRATE EXCESSIVELY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES FOR THE FAILURE.

NHTSA ODI report, 20111215

PARKING BRAKE

1 of 4 total reports mentions: parking brake.

CRASH INJURY
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THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND THE DRIVER GOT OUT OF THE VEHICLE. THE EMERGENCY BRAKE WAS NOT SET AND THERE IS NO WARNING IN THE VEHICLE FOR THAT. THE VEHICLE ROLLED DOWN A STREET, WENT THROUGH A FENCE AND HIT TWO SMALL CHILDREN PLAYING IN THE YARD.

NHTSA ODI report, 20070802

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 4 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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TL* THE CONTACT LEASED A 2006 INTERNATIONAL 4300. WHILE DRIVING IN THE RAIN, WATER MADE CONTACT WITH THE FUSE BOX IN THE CABIN OF THE VEHICLE. THE NEXT DAY, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START.

NHTSA ODI report, 20170418

SAFETY TIMELINE

R 20050624 — service brakes, hydraulic

ON CERTAIN 4X2 MEDIUM DUTY TRUCKS, A LONGER FRONT HYDRAULIC BRAKE HOSE WAS SUBSTITUTED FOR THE SHORTER, CORRECT LENGTH HOSE.

Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE FRONT BRAKE HOSES AND IF A BRAKE HOSE IS THE INCORRECT LENGTH, A NEW PROPER LENGTH HOSE WILL BE INSTALLED. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 24, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT INTERNATIONA

Campaign 05V297000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20051014 — parking brake

CERTAIN MY 2005 THROUGH 2006 INTERNATIONAL HEAVY TRUCKS AND IC CORP CE SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED BETWEEN JUNE 4, 2004, AND MARCH 31, 2005. THE ANCHOR BOLT THAT IS THE PIVOT POINT FOR THE DRIVELINE PA

Remedy: INTERNATIONAL RECALL NO. 00518. INTERNATIONAL WILL NOTIFY OWNER AND REPLACE THE AFFECTED ANCHOR BOLTS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON OCTOBER 14, 2005. CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT INTERNATIONAL AT 1-

Campaign 05V368000 — check if this car was fixed

R 20121025 — equipment

Geo. Heiser Body Company, Inc., (Geo. Heiser Body Company) is recalling certain model year 2006 International and 2010-2013 Fuso, Hino, International, Kenworth, and Peterbilt vehicles equipped with Su

Remedy: Geo. Heiser Body Company will notify owners and will replace the battery separators free of charge. The safety recall began on October 25, 2012. Owners may contact Geo. Heiser Body Company at 1-206-

Campaign 12V452000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2006 International 4300 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for suspension issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for steering issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for parking brake issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 05V297000 (service brakes, hydraulic) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 05V368000 (parking brake) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 12V452000 (equipment) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2006 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 2006 International 4300?

The most-reported component is suspension, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2006 International 4300 have?

3 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.