2020 International CV problems, complaints & recalls

Updated from NHTSA data · How we count

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA about the 2020 International CV, most often about electrical system. There are 5 recalls for this model year.

Complaints
2
Recalls
5
Crashes
0
Fires
0
Injuries
0
Median mileage
—
at time of problem

Safety warning: at least one recall for this vehicle tells owners to park outside until it is repaired. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Key facts

  • Brakes is the most-reported problem area, named in 1 of 2 complaints (50%).
  • Electrical System (1) and engine (1) follow.
  • The 2020 International CV has 5 recalls on file.
  • It has the most serious complaint record of all 3 International CV model years we track.

2020 International CV problems by category

  • Brakes
    1 complaints
  • Electrical System
    1 complaints
  • Engine
    1 complaints
  • Fuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    1 complaints

A complaint can mention more than one problem area, so categories add up to more than the total.

Most-reported components

Component (as filed with NHTSA)Complaints
Electrical system1
Engine1
Fuel/propulsion system1
Service brakes1

2020 International CV recalls (5)

  • Recall 25V763000Nov 6, 2025159 vehicles
    PARKING BRAKE

    International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2019-2020 CV vehicles. The brake pressure switch harness may not have protective material on the wires, causing a short circuit and reducing brake performance.

    Risk: Reduced brake performance can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will remove, add protective material, and reinstall the brake pressure switch harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25521. Vehicles in this recall that were previously repaired under 23V282 and 25V414 will need to have the new remedy completed. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs)involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning December 19, 2025.

  • Recall 25V414000Jun 25, 202512,004 vehiclesPark outside
    PARKING BRAKE

    International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2019-2025 CV vehicles. The brake pressure sensor assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch and cause a short circuit.

    Risk: An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.

    Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the brake pressure switch/fuse harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 22, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25507. Vehicles in this recall that were previously repaired under 23V282 will need to have the new remedy completed.

  • Recall 23V282000Apr 20, 20239,170 vehiclesPark outside
    PARKING BRAKE

    Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2017-2023 International CV trucks. The brake pressure switch assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch's electrical components and cause an electrical short-circuit.

    Risk: An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.

    Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the brake pressure switch assembly and if necessary, the wire harness or fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 16, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23511.

  • Recall 20V285000May 20, 20202,805 vehicles
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT · SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

    Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 International CV vehicles. Due to a software error, the Antilock Braking System (ABS) malfunction indicator does not light when there is a loss of communication between the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) and the Body Control Module (BCM). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."

    Risk: If the malfunction warning does not light, the driver may not be aware of an inoperative ABS or Automatic Traction Control (ATC) system, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will program the BCM software with a new calibration, free of charge. This recall began July 20, 2020. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 20505.

  • Recall 20V261000May 8, 202016 vehicles
    EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:WRECKER AND WHEEL LIFT DEVICES

    Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. (Maintainer) is recalling certain modified 2019-2020 International CV 515 and Chevrolet Silverado tow vehicles equipped with Allison 2700 series transmissions with Chelsea Power Take Offs (PTO). The PTOs were installed incorrectly and as a result, the attachment hardware may loosen over time.

    Risk: If the PTO attachment hardware loosens it could cause a loss of transmission fluid which may result in the rear wheel locking up, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Maintainer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the PTO and install a new attachment stud kit, free of charge. The recall began June 9, 2020. Owners may contact Maintainer customer service at 1-800-831-8588.

Recent 2020 International CV complaints

Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.

  1. Filed Sep 8, 2025UTBrakes
    This truck has had 4 different rubber brake lines fail in the last 3 years. Both lines at the master cylinder, one at the left front wheel and one in the rear.
    NHTSA complaint #11685676 · source
  2. Filed Jul 16, 2022TXElectrical SystemEngineFuel, Hybrid & EV Propulsion
    With cruise control set to 65mph on US Hwy 175 in the left lane passing a semi truck the truck stuttered then completely shut down. Tempature was 102.
    NHTSA complaint #11474258 · source

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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 10, 2026. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology