Does the 2008 International 5500I have any recalls?

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, electrical system. 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 2008 International 5500I 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 2008 International 5500I?

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

2008 International 5500I recalls

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

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

For the 2008 International 5500I. 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.

2008 International 5500I recalls, newest first

October 5, 2009NHTSA 09V3860009,527 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling

Summary: Navistar is recalling certain model year 2003 through 2008 heavy trucks manufactured between April 1, 2003 and December 21, 2007, equipped with caterpillar C15 engines. The variable valve actuation (vva) oil line may wear against the p-clips retaining the oil line, causing an oil leak.
Consequence: An oil leak could result in a fire.
Remedy: Navistar is working with caterpillar to repair the engines free of charge. Please see 09E-020. The safety recall began on October 23, 2009. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986 or navistar at 1-260-461-1890.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

June 1, 2009NHTSA 09V19500045 vehicles potentially affected

Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery › Cables

Summary: Navistar is recalling 45 model year 2007 through 2010 heavy duty trucks manufactured between January 1, 2007 and may 15, 2009 equipped with feature code 008875 sealed battery cables. The plastic cover that seals the terminal of the cab feed battery cable may prevent proper electrical contact with the fuse or battery terminal post resulting in an open or unprotected circuit.
Consequence: An open circuit may result in sudden loss of cab power or engine shut down, possibly resulting in a crash. An unprotected circuit may cause an electrical short which could result in a fire.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners and repair the affected vehicles free of charge. The safety recall began on July 3, 2009. Owners may contact navistar at 1-260-461-1890.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 22, 2007NHTSA 07V37400049 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel

Summary: On certain heavy duty class 8 trucks built with cummins ism C876 engines, the electronic control module fails to recognize inputs of the vehicle electronic control unit or from a driver actuated dash switch thereby increasing the risk of unintended (or unexpected) elevated exhaust temperatures.
Consequence: While this condition does not involve a risk of fire in the vehicle itself, it could present a fire hazard in a situation where the vehicle's exhaust is in close proximity to materials or substances that can melt, burn, or explode.
Remedy: Cummins, in conjunction with international, will conduct the remedy campaign. Cummins will install new ECM software. Owners can contact cummins at 1-800-343-7357 or international at 1-800-448-7825.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2008 International 5500I were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2008 International 5500I have any recalls?: 3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: engine and engine cooling, electrical system. 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 2008 International 5500I 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 2008 International 5500I?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.