Consolidated Statements of Comprehensive Income (Loss) (USD $) In Millions, unless otherwise specified	3 Months Ended		6 Months Ended
	Apr. 30, 2013	Apr. 30, 2012	Apr. 30, 2013	Apr. 30, 2012
Net loss attributable to Navistar International Corporation	$ (374)	$ (172)	$ (497)	$ (325)
Other comprehensive income (loss):
Foreign currency translation adjustment	3	(65)	20	(78)
Defined benefit plans (net of tax of $(1), $12, $(1), and $24 respectively)	40	17	78	40
Total other comprehensive income (loss)	43	(48)	98	(38)
Total comprehensive income (loss) attributable to Navistar International Corporation	$ (331)	$ (220)	$ (399)	$ (363)