Does the 1990 International 4900 have any recalls?

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 1990 International 4900 recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a International dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 1990 International 4900?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

1990 International 4900 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1990 International 4900. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your International been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A International dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

1990 International 4900 recalls, newest first

March 18, 1993NHTSA 93V0400001,076 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Linkages

Summary: The tie rod used on the dana FA-64 front drive axle has a threaded sleeve to permit toe-in adjustment without removing an end. The tie rod bar is necked down to incorporate the sleeve. A stress riser is created at the threaded portion of the adjustment sleeve which may cause a fatigue fracture and failure of the tie rod where it screws into the sleeve.
Consequence: Failure of the tie rod on the front axle results in lossof steering control and a possible vehicle crash.
Remedy: Replace the tie rod with a tie rod that does not use an adjustment sleeve.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

December 11, 1989NHTSA 89V22400010,459 vehicles potentially affected

Service brakes, hydraulic › Power assist › Hydraulic › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Summary: The throttle valve inside the hydraulic brake booster may deform from buildup of heat and pressure and close-off fluid return ports.
Consequence: This could cause excessive pressure buildup in thebooster causing the brakes to self apply with a severe unexpected stop. Thiscondition could also result in loss of power steering assist. Either conditioncould result in an accident.
Remedy: Replace brake booster assembly.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 1990 International 4900 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 1990 International 4900 have any recalls?: 2 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, service brakes, hydraulic. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1990 International 4900 recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a International dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1990 International 4900?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.