International Metro Recalls in Canada
The International Metro has 3 recall campaigns on Transport Canada's federal record (all model years), led by steering issues with 3 campaigns. Recall repairs are free at any International dealer — check your exact VIN below.
Source: Transport Canada Vehicle Recalls Database · Updated 2026-06-11
Most-affected systems
Most recent campaigns
1988-10-14Steering: ON VEHICLES WITH 7.3 LITRE ENGINES AND POWER STEERING, THE V-BELT PULLEY, WHICH DRIVES THE HYDRAULIC PUMP PROVIDING POWER ASSIST FOR STEERING AND HYDRAULIC BRAKES CAN FAIL. THIS WO
1988-10-14Steering: ON VEHICLES WITH 7.3 LITRE ENGINES AND POWER STEERING, THE V-BELT PULLEY, WHICH DRIVES THE HYDRAULIC PUMP PROVIDING POWER ASSIST FOR STEERING AND HYDRAULIC BRAKES CAN FAIL. THIS WO
1988-06-22Steering: THE RIGHT SIDE TIE ROD STEERING ARM MAY HAVE MISSED THE REQUIRED HEAT TREAT OPERATION DURING FABRICATION. WITH THIS DEFECT, IT IS POSSIBLE THAT AT A LOW LOAD LEVEL, AN IMPACT FAILU
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FAQ
How many recalls does the International Metro have in Canada?
3 recall campaigns are on Transport Canada's federal Vehicle Recalls Database for the International Metro (all model years since 1975, tires and child seats excluded). The most-affected system is steering with 3 campaigns.
How do I check if a specific International Metro has an open recall in Canada?
Recall campaigns apply to specific VIN ranges. Decode the VIN free at CarWhere to confirm the exact year and build, then check the VIN in Transport Canada's motor vehicle safety recall tool or with any International dealer — recall repairs are free.
Are Canadian and US recalls the same?
Often parallel but not identical — Canadian campaigns are issued through Transport Canada, US campaigns through NHTSA, and timing or scope can differ. For a vehicle imported from the USA, check both records; the CarWhere $9.99 Full VIN Report covers the US federal record (recalls, complaints, service bulletins) for any US-market VIN.