2026 International MV problems, complaints & recalls
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA about the 2026 International MV, most often about electrical system. There are 6 recalls for this model year.
- Complaints
- 1
- Recalls
- 6
- Crashes
- 0
- Fires
- 1
- 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
- Electrical System is the most-reported problem area, named in 1 of 1 complaints (100%).
- Owners reported 0 crashes, 1 fire and 0 injuries.
- The 2026 International MV has 6 recalls on file.
- It ranks 2nd of 6 International MV model years by our severity-weighted complaint score (1st = worst).
2026 International MV problems by category
- Electrical System1 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 system | 1 |
2026 International MV recalls (6)
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
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.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install plastic saddles onto the positive interconnect cable, install wind laces and a J-bolt between each battery, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 8, 2026. Owners will receive another notice once remedy becomes available. 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.
- FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL:SOFTWARE · SERVICE BRAKES
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026-2027 MV vehicles. The ECU software may fail to engage the brakes with adaptive cruise control (ACC) or hill hold assist.
Risk: A vehicle that does not automatically brake as expected increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the brake ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26501. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 6, 2026.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
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.
Risk: 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.
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.
- POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CLUTCHES/BANDS:ACTUATORS/SOLENOIDS
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026 MV commercial trucks. The transmission shift actuator may not have been calibrated properly, preventing the transmission from shifting into reverse.
Risk: The truck may be unable to move as needed on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the shift actuator input shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25519.
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026 MV vehicles. The battery interconnect cable may contact the auxiliary stud and hold down bracket, causing a short circuit.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install three wind laces on the battery hold down and add a J-bolt between each battery to ensure 3 mm of terminal clearance, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25513.
- VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2025-2026 HV, HX, LT, MV, RH, and 2025 EMV vehicles. The linkage that connects the right-side wiper arm to the motor may separate, causing the wipers to fail.
Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the wiper module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25505.
Recent 2026 International MV complaints
Excerpts of the newest owner complaints, lightly cleaned of personal details. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
No narrative complaints on file.
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Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data, as of Oct 11, 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