NHTSA vehicle safety data
2023 International MV Recalls & Complaints
The 2023 International MV has 19 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 2023 International MV. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
2023 International MV owner complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA about the 2023 International MV, describing incidents dated February 18, 2026.
Most-cited components
- Power Train 1 complaint
Newest complaints
ODI #11718870 · Filed
The contact leased a 2023 International MV607 from Enterprise Rental Car. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the driveshaft unexpectedly detached from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where it was…
Battery Cable May Short Circuit
NHTSA #26V459000 · Electrical System — 12V/24V/48V Battery — Cables · NHTSA notice
Reported July 16, 2026 · International Motors, LLC
Potentially affected: 15,628 vehicles
Completion not yet reported (dataset updated November 3, 2026)
International campaign 26510 · Owners notified October 26, 2026 · Vehicles built July 1, 2021 – February 8, 2023 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2021, 2023-2027 MV, and 2026-2027 HV vehicles. The battery interconnect cable may contact the auxiliary stud and hold down bracket, causing a short circuit.
Safety consequence
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will install plastic saddles onto the positive interconnect cable, install wind laces and a J-bolt between each battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 26, 2026. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26510. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA Recall 25V534. Vehicles previously repaired under 25V534 will need the new remedy completed.
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.
Brake Pressure Switch May Short and Cause Fire
NHTSA #25V502000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Fluid · NHTSA notice
Reported August 6, 2025 · International Motors, LLC
Potentially affected: 4,764 vehicles
Repair completion: 45.82% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
International campaign 25509 · Owners notified December 15, 2025
Defect description
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2018 International 4000 Series 4300, 2017-2025 MV, 2018-2024 1300 FBC, 2018-2025 IC Bus TC, and 2024-2025 IC Bus CECB vehicles. The brake pressure switch assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch's electrical components and cause an electrical short-circuit.
Safety consequence
An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
Manufacturer remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a silicone black jumper harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 15, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25509. Vehicles previously repaired under 23V397 will need to have the new remedy completed.
Brake Caliper May Contact Suspension
NHTSA #25V178000 · Service Brakes, Air — Disc — Caliper · NHTSA notice
Reported March 21, 2025 · International Motors, LLC
Potentially affected: 153 vehicles
Repair completion: 67.11% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
International campaign 25501 · Owners notified May 12, 2025 · Vehicles built July 3, 2019 – October 28, 2024 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2024 HV, 2020-2025 MV, and 2019 Workstar 7400 trucks. The caliper may contact a suspension spring or axle U-bolt and prevent the outer brake pad from functioning.
Safety consequence
A loss of outer brake pad function can extend the vehicle's stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will switch the left and right rear air disc brake calipers, replace the rear brake torque plates, and replace the brake pads, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 12, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25501.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.
ECU Malfunction May Impact Safety Systems
NHTSA #24V818000 · Electrical System — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported October 31, 2024 · International Motors, LLC
Potentially affected: 105,276 vehicles
Repair completion: 84.89% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
International campaign 24515 · Owners notified December 16, 2024 · Vehicles built April 1, 2020 – October 10, 2024 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Lonestar, 2021-2025 RH, HV, MV, LT, HX, and 2022 PROSTAR vehicles, equipped with Bendix EC80 Advanced Electronic Control Units (ECU). 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 (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 software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2024. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 24515.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Driveshaft May Break
NHTSA #23V587000 · Power Train — Driveline — Driveshaft · NHTSA notice
Reported August 17, 2023 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 624 vehicles
Repair completion: 85.87% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 23520 · Owners notified October 17, 2023
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2023 International MV and International HV vehicles. The driveshafts can break under certain loading conditions.
Safety consequence
A broken driveshaft can separate and cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the driveshafts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed October 16, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23520.
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.
Brake Pressure Switch May Short and Cause Fire
NHTSA #23V397000 · Service Brakes, Hydraulic — Fluid · NHTSA notice
Reported June 2, 2023 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 6,786 vehicles
Repair completion: 66.47% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 23517 · Owners notified September 29, 2023
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016 International DuraStar, 2018-2020 and 2023-2024 International 1300FBC Stripped chassis, 2019-2022 IC Bus CE Commercial bus, 2019-2024 IC Bus TC Commercial bus, and 2019-2024 International MV vehicles. The brake pressure switch assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch's electrical components and cause an electrical short-circuit.
Safety consequence
An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
Manufacturer remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the brake pressure switch and if necessary, the wire harness or fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23517.
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.
ABS Light May Not Stay Illuminated/FMVSS 121
NHTSA #23V370000 · Service Brakes, Air — Antilock — ABS Warning Light · NHTSA notice
Reported May 25, 2023 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 59,684 vehicles
Repair completion: 98.09% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 23515 · Owners notified July 18, 2023
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 International HV, HX, LoneStar, LT, MV, eMV, and RH trucks, and IC Bus CE, 2021-2023 IC Bus RE, and 2022-2023 IC Bus TC Commercial Buses. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) indicator light does not remain illuminated when a malfunction exists, and when the vehicle's ignition switch is on, and the vehicle is in motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
Safety consequence
An ABS indicator light that fails to remain illuminated will not alert the driver of an ABS malfunction, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Towing variant vehicles under this campaign will not be repaired under recall 24V-8918. Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23515.
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.
Obstructed Back-Up Lights/ FMVSS 108
NHTSA #23V353000 · Exterior Lighting — Back Up Lights · NHTSA notice
Reported May 18, 2023 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 32,880 vehicles
Repair completion: 34.18% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 23514 · Owners notified May 6, 2024
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2000-2003 International 8100, 2001-2003 International 9100i, 2001-2007 International 9400i, 2001-2010 International 9200i, 2002-2007, 2009 International 8500, 2003-2007, 2013 International 9900i, 2003-2018 International 8600, 2004, 2007 International 9900iX, 2008-2018 International ProStar, 2010-2011, 2013, 2016 International LoneStar, 2011-2012, 2016 International 4400, 2017-2024 International LT, 2018-2024 International RH, 2019-2021 International LS, 2019-2024 International MV vehicles. The back-up lights offer low visibility when the vehicle is in reverse and bobtail mode. Also, the vehicles have not been equipped with additional unobstructed back-up lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Safety consequence
Low visibility or obstructed back up lights may not alert other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the existing rear stop/turn signal lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 06, 2024. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23514.
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.
Driveshaft May Separate
NHTSA #23V322000 · Power Train — Driveline — Driveshaft · NHTSA notice
Reported May 4, 2023 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 49 vehicles
Repair completion: 89.8% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 23513 · Owners notified June 29, 2023
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2023 International MV trucks. The driveshaft tube seam weld may separate or tear, resulting in drive line separation and a sudden loss of drive power.
Safety consequence
A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the driveshafts, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 3, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23513.
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.
Battery Box May Detach
NHTSA #23V154000 · Electrical System — 12V/24V/48V Battery · NHTSA notice
Reported March 8, 2023 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 791 vehicles
Repair completion: 82.66% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 23506 · Owners notified April 28, 2023
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2023 International HV and 2023-2024 International MV vehicles. The assembly bolts used to attach the battery box to the mounting bracket may be loose or missing.
Safety consequence
Loose or missing bolts can allow the battery box to detach from the vehicle and become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace and tighten all four bolts, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23506.
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.
Driveshaft Separation
NHTSA #23V153000 · Power Train — Driveline — Driveshaft · NHTSA notice
Reported March 8, 2023 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 660 vehicles
Repair completion: 93.64% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 23505 · Owners notified April 28, 2023
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2023 International HV and 2023-2024 International MV vehicles. The rear axle spring wedge shim may have been incorrectly installed, which can cause U-joint failure and result in driveshaft separation.
Safety consequence
Driveshaft separation can cause a loss of drive power and increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will reinstall the rear axle wedge shim, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23505.
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.
Parking Brake May Fail
NHTSA #23V120000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Engine — Engine Control Module (ECU/ECM) — Software · NHTSA notice
Reported February 23, 2023 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 27,972 vehicles
Repair completion: 76.83% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 23504 · Owners notified April 24, 2023
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2022-2024 International HV, International MV trucks, and 2022-2023 IC Bus TC commercial buses. When the parking brake is applied, the automatic transmission is still in drive or reverse position, and the stationary power take-off (PTO) switch is engaged by the operator, the engine may rev and overcome the parking brake's ability to keep the vehicle from moving.
Safety consequence
Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will update the Cummins ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 24, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23504. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 20V-810.
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.
Hex Flange Lock Nut May Break
NHTSA #22V869000 · Suspension — Critical Fasteners · NHTSA notice
Reported November 23, 2022 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 25,822 vehicles
Repair completion: 86.1% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 22524 · Owners notified January 20, 2023 · Vehicles built January 18, 2022 – August 16, 2022 (per NHTSA)
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2021-2022 International CV, 2022-2023 International HV, 2023 IC 1300 FBC, CE, RE, TC, International MV, HX, LT, RH, and LoneStar vehicles. The hex flange lock nuts, used in the suspension and steering joints, were improperly heat treated and may lose tension over time.
Safety consequence
A loss of tension in the steering and suspension joints may lead to steering instability and increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will replace the hex flange lock nuts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22524.
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.
High Voltage Cables Labeled Incorrectly
NHTSA #22V849000 · Electrical System — Propulsion System — Cables · NHTSA notice
Reported November 17, 2022 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 95 vehicles
Repair completion: 75.79% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 22522 · Owners notified March 22, 2023
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2021-2023 International MV vehicles. The high voltage positive cables that connect the battery packs to the manual service disconnects (MSD) may have been mislabeled.
Safety consequence
A misidentified electrical cable may be mistaken for a de-energized cable by a technician or first responder, increasing the risk of electrical shock and injury.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will reinstall the battery cables and replace the associated warning labels, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to become available 1st Quarter of 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22522.
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.
Damaged Wheel Hub Locking Clips
NHTSA #22V834000 · Wheels — Hub · NHTSA notice
Reported November 10, 2022 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 10 vehicles
Repair completion: 100% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 22521 · Owners notified January 9, 2023
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2023 International MV vehicles. The locking clips of the wheel hub retaining nut may have been damaged during installation, which may cause the wheel hub to loosen and separate from the axle housing.
Safety consequence
A wheel hub that separates from the axle housing may increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers inspected the hub retaining nuts for damage and replaced them, as necessary, free of charge. All affected vehicles have been remedied and therefore no owner notification letters will be mailed. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22521.
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.
Electrical Short Circuit May Cause Engine Stall
NHTSA #22V609000 · Engine and Engine Cooling — Engine — Engine Control Module (ECU/ECM) · NHTSA notice
Reported August 10, 2022 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 283 vehicles
Owners notified September 26, 2022
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2023 International LT, International Lonestar, International MV, International HV, International HX, and IC Bus TC Commercial buses. The engine control module (ECM) may experience an internal electrical short-circuit, causing the engine to stall.
Safety consequence
An unexpected engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Cummins will replace the ECM. Owner notification letters were mailed September 26, 2022. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825.
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.
Steering Gear Assembled Incorrectly
NHTSA #22V428000 · Steering · NHTSA notice
Reported June 16, 2022 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 33,655 vehicles
Repair completion: 90.52% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 22513 · Owners notified November 21, 2022
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2022-2023 International HX, HV, LoneStar, LT, MV, RH, IC TC Commercial Bus, and 2022 International WorkStar vehicles. The steering gears may have been assembled incorrectly, which can cause the gear to fracture.
Safety consequence
A fractured steering gear can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Dealers will inspect the steering gear serial numbers, and replace the steering gears as necessary, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed August 18, 2022. Remedy parts are expected to become available in mid-October 2022. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22513.
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.
Missing Inoperative Collision Mitigation Warning
NHTSA #22V282000 · Equipment — Other — Labels · NHTSA notice
Reported April 27, 2022 · Navistar, Inc.
Potentially affected: 45 vehicles
Repair completion: 97.78% (latest rate the manufacturer reported to NHTSA; dataset updated November 3, 2026)
Manufacturer campaign 22508 · Owners notified June 14, 2022
Defect description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2022-2023 International MV, International HV, and 2022 IC RE commercial buses built without a forward radar unit. The warning label notifying the driver that the collision mitigation system is inoperative may be missing.
Safety consequence
Failure to warn the driver that the collision mitigation system is inoperative increases the risk of a crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Navistar will provide a warning label and installation instructions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 14, 2022. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22508.
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.
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