Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended
	Jan. 31, 2012	Jan. 31, 2011
Net loss attributable to Navistar International Corporation	$ (153)	$ (6)
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Foreign currency translation adjustment	(13)	15
Defined benefit plans (net of tax of $12 and $0, respectively)	23	63
Total other comprehensive income	10	78
Total comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Navistar International Corporation	$ (143)	$ 72