Recall 21V281000: 2019–2021 International LT, 2019–2021 International RH
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 22, 2021
- Vehicles affected
- 10,038
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019-2021 International LT and RH trucks. The wrist pin may crack and cause connecting rod failure.
The risk
Connecting rod failure may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Navistar will notify owners and dealers will install a detection system software to warn the driver prior to engine connecting rod failure and engines with a defective connecting rod will be repaired, free of charge. Vehicles previously repaired under Recall 20V255 that received only a software update will need to return to the dealer for the new remedy. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 11, 2021. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 21505.
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.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
- 2019 International LT
- 2020 International LT
- 2021 International LT
- 2019 International RH
- 2020 International RH
- 2021 International RH
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 21V281000
- Manufacturer campaign
- 21505
- Manufacturer
- Navistar, Inc.
- Owner letters
- Jun 11, 2021
- Components
- Engine (Engine)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology