2018–2021 International HV, International HX, International LT +more: Engine recall
NHTSA campaign 22V691000 · 7,918 units potentially affected · filed Sep 15, 2022
What's wrong
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 International HV, 2018-2020 International HX, 2018-2021 International LT and International RH vehicles. The connecting rod wrist pin may crack, resulting in connecting rod failure.
Why it matters
Connecting rod failure can cause an engine shutdown, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will install new knock detection software to warn the driver prior to engine connecting rod failure, and replace connecting rods as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22518.
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
- 22V691000
- Manufacturer no.
- 22518
- Manufacturer
- Navistar, Inc.
- Component
- ENGINE
- Units affected
- 7,918
- Report received
- Sep 15, 2022
- Owner letters
- Nov 14, 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 HV 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
- International HX 2018, 2019, 2020
- International LT 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021
- International RH 2018, 2019, 2020, 2021