3
recalls
The International Harvester S2500 has 3 recalls covering 3,862 vehicles as reported; model year 1981 is covered by the most (3).
Updated Oct 11, 2026 · recalls to Oct 6, 2026
Recalls
3
Most for 1981: 3
Units affected
3,862
As reported
Overall stars
-
Not rated
Complaints, 12 mo
0
To Sep 2026
Do-not-drive
0
None
By model year
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Recalls by model year
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Parts recalled
Recalls of the International Harvester S2500 by component
- Steering2 · 3,612 units
- Trailer hitches1 · 250 units
International Harvester S2500 recalls
Newest first
| Date | Recall | Hazard | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| Aug 17, 1983 | International Harvester S2200, S2300, S2500, S2600 (1980-1983): Trailer hitchesNo. 83V074000 | Other or not stated | 250 |
| Jan 10, 1983 | International Harvester S1700, S1800, S1900, S2100 and 2 more (1977-1983): SteeringNo. 83V001000 | Other or not stated | 3,500 |
| Sep 16, 1981 | International Harvester S2500, S2600 (1981): SteeringNo. 81V109000 | Other or not stated | 112 |
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Questions and answers
Is the 1983 International Harvester S2500 recalled?
Yes: 2 recalls cover the 1983 International Harvester S2500. Check the recall pages below for what is wrong and the free fix; a dealer can tell if a single vehicle still needs the repair.
How many recalls does the International Harvester S2500 have?
3 recalls cover the International Harvester S2500, for 3,862 vehicles as reported. The most common problem is steering (2 recalls).
A recall means the maker found a safety problem and offers a free fix; it does not mean every unit has the problem. Units affected are as reported by the company. Popular models sell more and so have more recalls and complaints. Official public data, updated daily. Models are written as published, so a few versions of one model can be listed under slightly different names.