1999 International Harvester 4700 Problems
- Complaints
- 5filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 9,500miles, 1 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 5campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 1999 International Harvester 4700 (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1999 International Harvester 4700. The part named most often is brakes, with 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by engine cooling (1) and suspension (1). 1 of the complaints include a mileage, and 100% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 9,500 miles. Of all complaints, 2 involved a crash, 2 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns and 0 technical service bulletins for this model year. Brakes complaints overlap with 3 recall campaigns covering the wheel speed sensor filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Brakes2 40%
- Engine cooling1 20%
- Suspension1 20%
- Tires1 20%
Example complaints
Brakes: “The contact stated the hydraulic brake calipers failed to release. When the failure occurred in the front brake calipers the vehicle pulled in the opposite direction of the working caliper. The failure occurred without warning each time. Although, there was smoke and sparks present there was no fire. The left front caliper has not been replaced, but the other three were replaced on separate occasions. The problem occurred on six occasions. The vehicle is currently at the dealership awaiting further investigation by the brake manufacturer.”
NHTSA complaint #10152023, filed 2006-03, 9,500 milesEngine cooling: “This is a tilt bed towing vehicle. Parking brake appears insufficient to hold vehicle on grade when loaded with towed vehicle. Operator was run over with vehicle after setting brake and suffered serious bodily injury.”
NHTSA complaint #728802, filed 2000-08Suspension: “Complained of knocking sound on passenger side from purchase date. Dealer unable to find problem. Could only hear it while vehicle in motion. Sounded like hammer tapping on passenger floor. Passenger side suspension came apart while vehicle traveling on hwy. Driver could not maintain control truck steered off road into gully. Total loss.”
NHTSA complaint #753268, filed 2001-10Tires: “New kelly armorsteel kls tires were put on my work truck which happens to be a propane delivery truck since then rear of truck wanders badly .in the process of getting taken care of with no help from kelly springfield except to lower the air pressure 10 lbs in each of the 4 drive tires which I will not do.”
NHTSA complaint #10171519, filed 2006-10Mileage when problems were reported
100% of the 1 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 9,500 and 9,500 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
- 04V269000Jun 3, 2004Service brakes, air › Antilock › Wheel speed sensorCovers: International Harvester 4700 1999–2001, International 1652 1999–2004, International Harvester 4900 1999–2001 +11 more
On certain school buses and truck model vehicles manufactured between february 28, 1999, through april 5, 2004, the anti-lock brake system electronic control unit (ecu) may misinterpret a corrupt wheel speed signal.
- 03V137000Apr 3, 2003Service brakes, airCovers: International Harvester 4700 1998–2001, 4900 1998–2001, 5000 1998–2001 +5 more
On certain heavy duty trucks, a brass fitting connects the double check valve to the brake relay valve. With certain inputs to the vehicle, the weight of the check valve on the fitting can cause the assembly to resonate. The subject vibration can cause…
- 03V083000Mar 6, 2003SeatsCovers: International Harvester 4700 1995, 1997–1999, International 4700 1996
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with bostrom driver seat models 910, 910sc, or 914 and international's parking brake code 04036, if someone outside the cab adjusts/slides the driver's seat to its most forward position, with the parking brake set, the…
- 02V135002May 20, 2002Service brakes, air › Supply › Check valveCovers: International Harvester 4700 1998–2001, 4900 1998–2001, 5000 1998–2001 +5 more
On certain medium and heavy duty trucks, a brass fitting connects the double check valve to the brake relay valve. With certain inputs to the vehicle, the weight of the check valve on the fitting can cause the assembly to resonate. The subject vibration can…
- 01V102000Mar 26, 2001SeatsCovers: International Harvester 4700 1999–2001
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with bostrom driver seat models (910, 910sc, or 914) and international's parking brake code 04036. If someone outside the cab adjusts/slides the driver's seat to its most forward position, with the parking…
Recall details for the 1999 International Harvester 4700 → · Check a VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls
Technical service bulletins
No technical service bulletins are on record for the 1999 International Harvester 4700.
Other model years of the International Harvester 4700
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 7 | 10,300 | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2000 | 6 | — | 7 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 5 | 9,500 | 5 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1997 | 13 | — | 4 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All International Harvester 4700 model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 1999 International Harvester 4700 have?
NHTSA recorded 5 consumer complaints for the 1999 International Harvester 4700 as of Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 1999 International Harvester 4700 is reported most often?
Brakes is named most often, in 2 complaints (40% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 1.
Has the 1999 International Harvester 4700 been recalled?
NHTSA lists 5 recall campaigns for this model year. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 1999 International Harvester 4700 reported?
Among the 1 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 9,500 miles and the middle half falls between 9,500 and 9,500 miles; 100% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.