NHTSA vehicle safety data
2020 International Lonestar Recalls & Complaints
The 2020 International Lonestar has 3 NHTSA recall campaigns and 1 owner complaint on file as of November 3, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized International dealer.
NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2020 International Lonestar. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2020 International Lonestar owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2020 International Lonestar, describing incidents dated April 14, 2025.
Most-cited components
- Power Train 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11678216 · Filed
See attached document for complaint.
ECU Malfunction May Impair Safety Systems
NHTSA #25V817000 · Electrical System — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported November 25, 2025 · International Motors, LLC
Potentially affected: 678 vehicles
Repair completion: 33.63% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
International campaign 25525 · Owners notified January 19, 2026
Defect description
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2016 7600, 2016-2023 Lonestar, 2018 8600, 2018-2023 LT, 2021-2026 MV, 2022-2023 RH, 2023-2026 HX, and 2025-2026 HV vehicles. Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.
Safety consequence
Safety systems that depend on the ECU, such as Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System, may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
International will work with Bendix to reprogram the ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25525. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 12, 2026.
Battery Cables Grounded Incorrectly
NHTSA #22V546000 · Electrical System — 12V/24V/48V Battery — Cables · NHTSA notice
Reported July 28, 2022 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 8,483 vehicles
Repair completion: 76.2% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 22516 · Owners notified September 26, 2022
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 International LoneStar and 2016-2021 International LT vehicles. The cables that connect the batteries to the vehicle frame may become excessively hot, and in some cases, cause battery post separation.
Safety consequence
Excessively hot battery ground cables may cause personal injury during battery maintenance repairs. In addition, a battery post that separates from the battery can result in an engine stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the alternator positive and ground cables, and relocate the alternator ground to the starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 26, 2022. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22516.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Loss of Electrical Power May Cause Engine Shutdown
NHTSA #21V079000 · Engine · NHTSA notice
Reported February 17, 2021 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 27,457 vehicles
Repair completion: 87.39% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 21501 · Owners notified April 16, 2021 · Vehicles built July 21, 2017 – December 16, 2020 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 International LoneStar and 2017-2021 International LT vehicles. The battery ground cable ring terminal at the frame connecting point may break, resulting in a loss of electrical power and unintended engine shutdown without warning.
Safety consequence
An unexpected engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery ground cable, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 21501.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Other International Lonestar model years
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