AI Damage2018 International HX: common problems
The maker issued 142 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 142
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 57 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 27 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 13 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 4 |
| Wheels | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Tires | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Visibility | 0 | 0 | 2 |
Comparison
What to check before buying
- Engine and cooling. Radiator and fan after a frontal hit, coolant level and condition, overheating.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- This article only applies to Models w/ 0016UZL Built Between 06/23/2014 – 05/11/2020 OR Models w/ 0016UZL…
This article only applies to Models w/ 0016UZL Built Between 06/23/2014 – 05/11/2020 OR Models w/ 0016UZL w/ Safety Recall 14516 Completed Reference the appropriate Technician Manual for models outside of this…
- This document will guide the user through the changes of the dielectric grease/coatings used in certain…
This document will guide the user through the changes of the dielectric grease/coatings used in certain areas on all International vehicles built after 1/8/2018. International's Electrical Engineering Team made this…
- This document is to inform dealers, customers, and body builders/TEMs of a known BCM software issue with…
This document is to inform dealers, customers, and body builders/TEMs of a known BCM software issue with kernels 747 through 752. Units built after November of 2024 as well as older units that were updated with DLB…
- This tool is designed to compare Diamond Logic feature data across multiple vehicle configuration files
It allows users to quickly load files either manually or directly from the Diamond Logic Builder Vehicles folder using VIN-based selection. As files are added or removed, the comparison runs automatically with no…
- This document provides guidance for assessing the feasibility of implementing a customer-requested change…
This document provides guidance for assessing the feasibility of implementing a customer-requested change to an engine or vehicle parameter/feature. Customer requested changes will be approved in accordance with the…
- New CARB Idle Reduction Change Request
- Engine replacements for all International engines will need to follow this procedure
- This document provides
Steps to take when switch pack programming fails, or when switch pack disappears after body control module update Sample scenarios Additional information to assist readers in understanding DLB switch pack programming
- This document will guide the user through a step-by-step procedure for detecting water leaks in vehicle…
This document will guide the user through a step-by-step procedure for detecting water leaks in vehicle cabs and windshields using an ultrasonic sound detector.
- The purpose of this article is to describe all aspects of the A26 Connecting Rod Replacement Repair Processes
To address an A26 connecting rod supplier quality spill, Navistar is streamlining quality repair strategies to help avoid customer disturbance. Navistar is implementing connecting rod replacements which results in less…
- In some geographic areas, ambient temperatures reaching below 15°F (-10 °C), including high levels of…
In some geographic areas, ambient temperatures reaching below 15°F (-10 °C), including high levels of humidity, an operator may experience engine stalling, low performance, and or poor aftertreatment performance. This…
- In some instances, the driver's or passenger's door pod may become unresponsive, where it will not respond…
In some instances, the driver's or passenger's door pod may become unresponsive, where it will not respond to any manual inputs from the driver or passenger. In some of these situations, it is possible for this symptom…
NHTSA lists 142 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
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Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2018 International HX?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 142 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2018 International HX?
NHTSA lists 142 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2018 International HX from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2018 models
Read also
Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.