2016 INTERNATIONAL WORKSTAR Complaints and Recall Information
The 2016 INTERNATIONAL WORKSTAR has 1 complaint and 5 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report drive shaft failure. The complaint highlights an issue with a critical drivetrain component failing during operation.
Common Issues
- Drive shaft failure. Reports indicate the drive shaft can fail which may impact vehicle mobility and safety.
There are five recalls affecting various systems on the 2016 INTERNATIONAL WORKSTAR, including brakes, axles, engine control software, and steering components. These recalls address safety risks related to braking performance, lubrication, unintended vehicle movement, and steering integrity.
Recalls
- Air brake system. NHTSA recall 15V165000 affects 2222 vehicles. The Haldex brake actuator may have an improperly attached internal rubber diaphragm causing brakes to drag and overheat. Overheated brakes risk a wheel end fire. Dealers replace the brake chambers free of charge.
- Rear drive axle lubrication. NHTSA recall 15V254000 involves 4 vehicles. The Meritor MT-40-14X rear drive axles may circulate insufficient lubricant to the wheel end hub assembly. Lack of lubrication can cause premature bearing failure and increase crash risk. Repairs were completed free of charge.
- Engine control module software. NHTSA recall 20V810000 includes 17213 vehicles. If the parking brake is applied while the transmission is in gear and the PTO is engaged, the engine may rev and overcome the parking brake, causing unexpected vehicle movement. Dealers update ECU software parameters at no cost.
- Steering tie rod assembly. NHTSA recall 17V575000 covers 1175 vehicles. The castellated nut on Spicer steer axles may be under-torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen and potentially disconnect from the steering knuckle causing loss of steering. Dealers inspect and tighten as needed free of charge.
Owners dealing with repeated drive shaft failures, safety defects, or unaddressed recall issues may have rights under state lemon laws. Those facing ongoing problems should consider consulting consumer protection resources for appropriate next steps.
2016 INTERNATIONAL WORKSTAR Summary
2016
Model Year
1
Total Complaints
4
Total Recalls
20614
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2016 INTERNATIONAL WORKSTAR
17213 vehicles affected
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM):SOFTWARE
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019-2021 International MV, 2020-2021 International HV, 2014-2020 International DuraStar and 2015-2018 International WorkStar vehicles. When the parking brake is applied and the automatic transmission is still in the drive or reverse position and the stationary PTO switch is engaged by the operator, the engine may rev and overcome the parking brake's ability to keep the vehicle from moving.
Risk: Unexpected Vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
2016 INTERNATIONAL WORKSTAR
1175 vehicles affected
STEERING
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016 International DuraStar, LoneStar, ProStar, TerraStar, TranStar, WorkStar, 9900i, and IC Bus HC vehicles equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
Risk: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
2016 INTERNATIONAL WORKSTAR
4 vehicles affected
POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2016 International PayStar trucks manufactured January 19, 2015, to January 20, 2015, and 2016 International WorkStar trucks manufactured on January 19, 2015. The affected vehicles are equipped with Meritor MT-40-14X rear drive axles that may circulate an inadequate amount of lubricant to the wheel end hub assembly.
Risk: Without adequate lubrication to the wheel end hub assembly, the bearings may fail prematurely, increasing the risk of a crash.
2016 INTERNATIONAL WORKSTAR
2222 vehicles affected
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 International 9900, DuraStar, LoneStar, PayStar, ProStar, WorkStar and 2015 International TranStar and IC Bus CE vehicles equipped with a Haldex air braking system. The affected brake actuators may have been manufactured with an incomplete attachment of the internal rubber diaphragm to the actuation mechanism. This could cause dragging or overheated brakes.
Risk: If the brakes drag and overheat there is an increased risk of a wheel end fire.
Complaints
2016 INTERNATIONAL WORKSTAR
ID: 2062085POWER TRAIN
Drive shaft failed