2018–2023 International LT: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 22V164000 · 2,804 units potentially affected · filed Mar 17, 2022
What's wrong
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2023 International LT vehicles equipped with a 1500W Purkeys inverter system. The positive battery cable may be incorrectly routed, causing it to chafe on the side skirt frame and become damaged.
Why it matters
A damaged battery cable can cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace any damaged battery cables and install new inverter cable brackets and saddles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2022. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22507.
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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V164000
- Manufacturer no.
- 22507
- Manufacturer
- Navistar, Inc.
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
- Units affected
- 2,804
- Report received
- Mar 17, 2022
- Owner letters
- May 16, 2022
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- International LT 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023