2019 International Prostar: common problems
The maker issued 93 service bulletins for this year. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 93
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and cooling | 0 | 0 | 31 |
| Electrical system | 0 | 0 | 25 |
| Equipment | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Structure | 0 | 0 | 11 |
| Steering | 0 | 0 | 7 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Service brakes | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| Suspension | 0 | 0 | 5 |
| Exterior lighting | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Powertrain | 0 | 0 | 3 |
| Fuel system | 0 | 0 | 2 |
| Latches, locks, linkages | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seat belts | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| Seats | 0 | 0 | 1 |
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.
- Structure. Rails, pillars, panel gaps, signs of pulling or welding.
- Steering. Steering play, power assist, rack and tie rods after a wheel impact.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
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- New CARB Idle Reduction Change Request
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NHTSA lists 93 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 2019 International Prostar?
There are no owner complaints in the NHTSA data for this year; the data comes from 93 manufacturer service bulletins.
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2019 International Prostar?
NHTSA lists 93 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 2019 International Prostar 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.
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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.