2012 International 4300

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2012 International 4300
RENDERED 2026-08-02T09:48:35.988Z

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.

How is this computed?

COMPLAINTS PER YEAR

Complaints per year, International 4300 Bar chart of distinct NHTSA complaints filed per model year, 2012 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 2012 2013: 2 complaints 2013 2018: 0 complaints 2018
2012: 2 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 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.

SERVICE BRAKES

1 of 2 total reports mentions: service brakes.

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MAKING NOIS WHEN U PUSH THE PEDAL

NHTSA ODI report, 20171220

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine and engine cooling.

CRASH
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See attached document for complaint.

NHTSA ODI report, 20250919

ENGINE

1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine.

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MAKING NOIS WHEN U PUSH THE PEDAL

NHTSA ODI report, 20171220

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.

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MAKING NOIS WHEN U PUSH THE PEDAL

NHTSA ODI report, 20171220

SAFETY TIMELINE

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

R 20140528 — power train

Navistar Inc.

Remedy: Navistar will notify owners and Eaton authorized service facilities will update the Hybrid Control Module Software version, free of charge. The recall began on May 28, 2014. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-331-332-1590.

Campaign 14V042000 — check if this car was fixed

BUY-SMART CHECKLIST

2012 International 4300 — pre-purchase inspection

  • Test/inspect for service brakes issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine and engine cooling issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
  • Verify recall 12V452000 (equipment) has been completed.
  • Verify recall 14V042000 (power train) has been completed.

FAQ

Is the 2012 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 2012 International 4300?

The most-reported component is service brakes, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2012 International 4300 have?

2 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.