Navistar, Inc. recalls
Every recall we track for Navistar, Inc. — 186 in all, from 2008–2024 — plus the complaints and injury reports the public filed about them. 88 are rated “stop using now”.
Recalls per year, by danger level
Recalls from Navistar, Inc. dropped to zero in 2025 (0, down from 8 in 2024).
All NHTSA recall records for Navistar, Inc. since 2017, counted by recall date (one bar per calendar year; 2026 is partial). Danger level is GovInfoNow’s plain-language rating; “not yet rated” records are still being written up.
| Year | Stop using now | Use caution | Lower risk | Not yet rated | Total |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2017 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 2018 | 0 | 12 | 0 | 0 | 12 |
| 2019 | 0 | 10 | 0 | 0 | 10 |
| 2020 | 0 | 6 | 0 | 0 | 6 |
| 2021 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| 2022 | 0 | 18 | 0 | 0 | 18 |
| 2023 | 0 | 16 | 0 | 0 | 16 |
| 2024 | 0 | 8 | 0 | 0 | 8 |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 (to date) | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Navistar, Inc. recalls before 2017
Recalls on record by year.
Most common reasons for Navistar, Inc. recalls
What to do if you have a recalled Navistar, Inc. product
- Check your VIN to see which recalls cover your exact vehicle, then confirm open ones at NHTSA.gov.
- Call an authorized dealer and book the repair — vehicle safety recalls are fixed free by law.
- Follow any do-not-drive or park-outside warning until the repair is done.
All Navistar, Inc. recalls
60 shown- Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2025) recall — Service Brakes, Air
Navistar recalls certain 2024-2025 school buses due to brake caliper detachment risk. Owners must have bolts inspected and tightened by Navistar to prevent loss of braking ability.
NavistarOct 2, 2024 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL CV (2025) recall — Air Bags
Navistar recalls certain 2025 International CV trucks with inactive air bags that won't deploy during crashes, risking injury. Owners will receive free activation by November 22, 2024.
NavistarOct 1, 2024 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL LT (2025) recall — Fuel System, Diesel
Navistar recalls 2025 International LT trucks with Cummins X15 diesel engines due to potential fuel pump barrel fractures causing engine stalls and crash risks. Owners will receive replacement parts free by November 22, 2024.
NavistarOct 1, 2024 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2025) recall — Steering
Navistar recalls certain 2025 International vehicles due to potential tie rod failure causing loss of steering control and crash risk. Owners should contact dealers for free replacement.
NavistarJul 25, 2024 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2025) recall — Steering
Navistar is recalling certain 2025 International trucks due to potential tie rod failure causing loss of steering control. Owners must have tie rod ends replaced by dealers at no cost.
NavistarJun 20, 2024 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL LT (2025) recall — Exterior Lighting
Navistar recalls 2025 International LT vehicles with reversed turn signal wiring that may confuse other drivers and increase crash risk. Owners should contact Navistar for free harness replacement.
NavistarMar 7, 2024 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2025) recall — Steering
Navistar recalls certain 2025 International HV, HX, LT, and MV trucks due to potential steering gear teeth fracture causing loss of steering control. Owners must contact dealers for free steering gear replacement.
NavistarFeb 29, 2024 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2025) recall — Steering
Navistar recalls certain 2024-2025 International trucks and buses due to potential steering loss. Affected vehicles may need gear replacement to prevent crashes.
NavistarFeb 8, 2024 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CE SBUS (2022) recall — Structure
Navistar recalls certain 2022-2024 school buses due to roof panel joint strength issues that could increase injury risk in crashes. Owners will receive free repairs by April 3, 2023.
NavistarOct 2, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2023) recall — Power Train
Navistar is recalling 2023 International MV vehicles with a potential driveshaft breakage risk that could cause loss of drive power and increase crash risk. Owners will receive free drive shaft replacements.
NavistarAug 17, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2023) recall — Electrical System
Navistar recalls certain 2023 International HV and 2023-2024 MV vehicles where loose battery box bolts could detach, causing crashes. Owners must have bolts tightened by dealers.
NavistarAug 3, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2023) recall — Power Train
Navistar recalls certain 2023 International HV and 2023-2024 MV trucks due to potential driveshaft separation causing loss of power and crash risk. Owners must have rear axle wedge shim reinstalled by dealers.
NavistarAug 3, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR (2019) recall — Electrical System
Navistar recalls certain 2016-2019 commercial buses with overheated HVAC wiring that could cause fire. Owners must have dealers replace the wiring terminal by June 5, 2023.
NavistarJun 4, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2022) recall — Service Brakes, Air
Navistar recalls 2021-2024 IC Bus RE, 2022-2024 IC Bus CE, and IC Bus EV school buses with ABS indicator light that fails to stay on during motion, risking undetected brake malfunctions.
NavistarMay 25, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2021) recall — Service Brakes, Air
Navistar recalls 2021-2024 International trucks and buses with ABS indicator light that doesn't stay on during motion, risking undetected brake malfunctions. Owners must contact Navistar by July 24, 2023 for free software update.
NavistarMay 25, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2020) recall — Exterior Lighting
Navistar recalls certain 2020 International MV vehicles with faulty back-up lights that may not alert other drivers when reversing, increasing crash risk. Owners will receive free replacement lights.
NavistarMay 18, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL CV (2020) recall — Parking Brake
Navistar recalls certain 2017-2023 International CV trucks due to a brake pressure switch that may leak brake fluid, causing electrical shorts and fire risk while driving or parked.
NavistarApr 20, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2023) recall — Power Train
Navistar recalls certain 2023 International MV trucks due to potential drive line separation causing sudden power loss. Owners must contact dealers for free driveshaft replacement by July 3, 2023.
NavistarApr 5, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL LT (2021) recall — Engine And Engine Cooling
Navistar recalls 2021-2024 International LT trucks with potential engine slowing risk. Owners must update ECM software to prevent unexpected slowdowns.
NavistarMar 30, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL LT (2023) recall — Parking Brake
Navistar recalls 2023 International LT vehicles with faulty parking brake that may roll away. Owners must contact Navistar for free replacement of the Intellipark PVM.
NavistarMar 16, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2023) recall — Engine And Engine Cooling
Navistar recalls 2022-2024 International trucks for potential vehicle movement when parking brake is engaged, risking crashes. Fix involves free software update by dealers.
NavistarFeb 23, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL HV (2020) recall — Electrical System
Navistar recalls certain 2018-2021 International HV trucks with a software error in the Body Control Module that may cause the vehicle to move unexpectedly when using power-take-off. Owners must contact dealers for free software update by April 24, 2023.
NavistarFeb 23, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2020) recall — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Navistar recalls 2020 International MV vehicles with brake pressure switch electrical short risk. Owners must park away from structures until repair. Free brake switch replacement available.
NavistarFeb 6, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2020) recall — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Navistar recalls 2016 and 2018-2024 IC Bus CE school buses due to brake pressure switch electrical shorts that could cause fire while driving or parked. Owners must park away from structures until repair.
NavistarFeb 6, 2023 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2023) recall — Fuel System, Gasoline
Navistar recalls 2023 IC buses with fuel vapor lines without heat shields. Heat exposure may cause leaks and fire. Dealers will replace lines free by January 20, 2023.
NavistarNov 23, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2023) recall — Suspension
Navistar recalls 2023 IC buses with improperly heat-treated suspension parts that may cause steering instability and crash risk. Owners must contact dealers for free replacement.
NavistarNov 23, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL CV (2022) recall — Suspension
Navistar recalls certain 2021-2022 International CV trucks for potential steering instability due to improperly heat-treated suspension parts. Owners must contact dealers for free hex flange lock nut replacements by January 20, 2023.
NavistarNov 23, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2021) recall — Electrical System
Navistar recalls certain 2021-2023 International MV trucks due to mislabeled high-voltage cables that could cause electrical shock if mistaken for de-energized cables. Owners should contact Navistar for free repairs.
NavistarNov 17, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2023) recall — Wheels
Navistar recalls 2023 International MV vehicles with potentially damaged wheel hub retaining clips that could loosen and cause crashes. Owners have been remedied; contact Navistar for details.
NavistarOct 11, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2023) recall — Engine And Engine Cooling
Navistar recalls 2023 International buses with potential engine stalling due to ECM electrical short-circuit. Owners must contact Navistar for replacement part.
NavistarOct 8, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2023) recall — Engine And Engine Cooling
Navistar recalls certain 2023 IC CE school buses due to a risk of engine stalling that could lead to crashes. Owners must contact customer service for ECM replacement.
NavistarOct 8, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL HV (2020) recall — Engine
Navistar recalls certain 2018-2021 International HV trucks due to potential connecting rod failure causing engine shutdown and crash risk. Owners receive free software updates and rod replacements.
NavistarSep 15, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2023) recall — Suspension
Navistar recalls certain 2023-2024 school buses with rear axle shifting risk. Fix involves tightening fasteners at dealers. Letters mailed Feb 6, 2023.
NavistarAug 12, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR (2020) recall — Electrical System
Navistar recalls 2018-2021 International LoneStar and 2016-2021 International LT trucks with hot battery cables that may cause injury during maintenance or lead to engine stalls.
NavistarJul 28, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL LT (2022) recall — Steering
Navistar recalls certain 2022-2023 International LT vehicles due to potential steering gear fracture causing loss of steering control. Owners must have steering gears inspected and replaced free of charge by dealers.
NavistarJun 16, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2022) recall — Steering
Navistar recalls certain 2022-2023 IC CE school buses due to potential steering gear fractures causing loss of control. Owners should contact Navistar for free steering gear replacement.
NavistarJun 16, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2022) recall — Steering
Navistar recalls certain 2022-2023 school buses due to a loose steering wheel nut that could detach, increasing crash risk. Owners must stop driving until repaired.
NavistarMay 23, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL CV (2022) recall — Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Navistar recalls 2022 International CV trucks with potential brake fluid leaks that could cause loss of braking ability and increase crash risk. Dealers will fix the pressure sensor fitting free of charge.
NavistarMay 19, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2023) recall — Equipment
Navistar recalls certain 2022-2023 International MV buses without forward radar. Missing collision warning labels increase crash risk. Owners must check for warning labels and contact Navistar for free instructions.
NavistarApr 27, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2023) recall — Equipment
Navistar recalls certain 2022-2023 school buses with missing collision warning labels that could increase crash risk. Owners received letters in June 2022 and can contact customer service for fixes.
NavistarApr 27, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL LT (2020) recall — Electrical System
Navistar recalls certain 2018-2023 International LT trucks with 1500W Purkeys inverter systems due to potential battery cable damage causing fire. Owners must contact Navistar for free repairs.
NavistarMar 17, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL LT (2019) recall — Exterior Lighting
Navistar recalls 2019 International LT vehicles with white backup lights that don't meet safety standards, increasing crash risk. Owners must have lights inspected and replaced by dealers.
NavistarFeb 17, 2022 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2020) recall — Engine And Engine Cooling
Navistar recalls 2020-2023 IC CE school buses with potential engine shutdowns causing crashes. Owners must contact Navistar by Jan 18, 2022 for free ECM reprogramming.
NavistarOct 25, 2021 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2022) recall — Structure
Navistar recalls certain 2014, 2019, and 2022 school buses lacking sufficient emergency exits, potentially delaying passenger evacuation during emergencies.
NavistarJun 15, 2021 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL HV (2020) recall — Fuel System, Diesel
Navistar recalls 2018-2021 International HV trucks with potential fuel leaks that could cause fire if near ignition sources. Owners must have rail inspected and replaced by dealers free of charge.
NavistarMay 19, 2021 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL LT (2020) recall — Engine
Navistar recalls certain 2019-2021 International LT trucks due to potential connecting rod failure causing engine stalls and crash risks. Owners must contact dealers for free repairs.
NavistarApr 22, 2021 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL LT (2021) recall — Engine
Navistar recalls 2021 International LT trucks with Cummins X15 engines due to potential flywheel detachment causing crash risk. Owners must contact Navistar for free repairs.
NavistarFeb 24, 2021 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR (2020) recall — Engine
Navistar recalls certain 2018-2021 International LoneStar and 2017-2021 International LT trucks due to potential engine shutdowns causing crashes.
NavistarFeb 17, 2021 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL LT (2021) recall — Parking Brake
Navistar recalls 2021 International LT trucks with potential air leak in parking brake causing crash risk. Owners notified via mail; free repairs available.
NavistarJan 4, 2021 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2021) recall — Service Brakes, Air
Navistar recalls 2021 International trucks with Bendix pressure switches due to potential brake failure. Owners must have SC-3 check valves replaced free by dealers.
NavistarJan 4, 2021 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL HV (2020) recall — Engine And Engine Cooling
Navistar recalls 2020-2021 International HV vehicles with potential engine movement when parking brake is engaged, risking crashes. Owners must update ECM parameters for safety.
NavistarDec 23, 2020 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL MV (2021) recall — Exterior Lighting
Navistar recalls 2021 International MV trucks without reflective strips on cabs to prevent nighttime crashes. Owners must have reflective tape installed by dealers.
NavistarSep 24, 2020 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL LT (2020) recall — Engine
Navistar recalls 2018-2020 International LT trucks due to potential engine connecting rod failure causing unexpected shutdowns and crash risks. Owners must contact Navistar for free repairs.
NavistarJul 5, 2020 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL CV (2020) recall — Electrical System
Navistar recalls 2019-2020 International CV trucks with ABS warning light that may not illuminate, risking loss of ABS/ATC function and crash risk. Owners must contact Navistar for free software update.
NavistarMay 20, 2020 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL HV (2020) recall — Fuel System, Diesel
Navistar recalls 2017-2021 International trucks with Cummins B6.7 diesel engines and specific fuel module options due to fire risk from overheating fuel heaters.
NavistarApr 17, 2020 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2020) recall — Fuel System, Diesel
Navistar is recalling certain 2017-2021 school buses with Cummins diesel engines due to a fire risk from overheating fuel heaters. Owners must contact Cummins for free repairs to prevent potential fires and engine stalls.
NavistarApr 17, 2020 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL HV (2020) recall — Service Brakes, Air
Navistar recalls 2020 International HV trucks with non-Quick Release Modulator Valves that may cause brake or tire fires. Owners must have the valve replaced free by dealers.
NavistarNov 21, 2019 - Use cautionVehicle
INTERNATIONAL HV (2020) recall — Engine
Navistar recalls 2019-2020 International HV vehicles with feature codes 12VXT/12VXU due to unintended vehicle movement when parking brake is engaged, increasing crash risk. Owners must update Engine Control Module free of charge.
NavistarNov 21, 2019 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2020) recall — Structure
Navistar recalls certain 2019-2020 school buses with roof hatch handles that may break, preventing emergency exit during crises. Owners must have the handle replaced free by dealers.
NavistarAug 8, 2019 - Use cautionVehicle
IC BUS CESB (2020) recall — Electrical System
Navistar recalls 2020 IC school buses with specific electrical systems due to risk of unintended engine starts during service. Owners must have repair completed by dealers to prevent injury.
NavistarJul 17, 2019
What people reported about Navistar, Inc.
35 on recordComplaints and injury reports the public filed with federal agencies, linked to Navistar, Inc.’s recalls — unedited excerpts.
- Owner complaint · NHTSAFeb 18, 2026
The contact leased a 2023 International MV607 from Enterprise Rental Car. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60 MPH, the driveshaft unexpectedly detached from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was towed to an ind…
- Owner complaint · NHTSAJan 20, 2026
Engine exhaust head pipes before the catalytic converter melts down from excessive engine heat, creating a large exhaust hole. This is a school bus
- Owner complaint · NHTSANov 21, 2025
The engine exhaust downpipe melted and cracked- creating a large exhaust pipe hole near the engine exhaust manifold. Releasing exhaust gases and potential flames. This is a school bus and it happens frequently with this model.
- Owner complaint · NHTSASep 18, 2025
The serpentine belt system keeps on eating belts. This unit needs a 4th belt with only 8900 miles. Its had many trips to the dealer under warranty and they refuse to fix the Root Cause of the belts going bad. The serpentine belt system controls the ac compre…
- Owner complaint · NHTSASep 8, 2025
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.
- Owner complaint · NHTSAAug 26, 2025
The contact owns a 2020 International MV607. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, an abnormal thunder-like sound was heard coming from the vehicle, with several unknown warning lights displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the vehi…
- Owner complaint · NHTSAJul 1, 2025
Truck is unsafe at highway speeds shaking violently and making lane changes scary and sways too much shakes at 65-70 and can’t see clearly out mirrors or concentrate as it sways from side to side at lane changes. Replaced new tires with new tires. Driveshaft s…
- Owner complaint · NHTSAMay 12, 2025
This is a school bus. Exhaust down pipe from exhaust manifold melted down and created a large hole for fumes and potential fire from excessive heat/fuel issue in engine.
Navistar, Inc. recall questions
How many recalls has Navistar, Inc. had?
186 recalls from Navistar, Inc. are on record with U.S. safety agencies, from 2008–2024.
What is the most recent Navistar, Inc. recall?
IC BUS CESB (2025) recall — Service Brakes, Air, dated Oct 2, 2024. Every Navistar, Inc. recall is listed on this page, newest first.
Why are Navistar, Inc. products recalled?
The most common reasons on record: An unexpected engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. (3); ENGINE STALL ON THE ROADWAY INCREASES THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH. (3); An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash. (2); If the brakes drag and overheat there is an increased risk of a wheel end fire. (2).
What should I do if I have a recalled Navistar, Inc. product?
Check your VIN to see which recalls cover your exact vehicle, then confirm open ones at NHTSA.gov. Call an authorized dealer and book the repair — vehicle safety recalls are fixed free by law. Follow any do-not-drive or park-outside warning until the repair is done.
How do I get alerts for new Navistar, Inc. recalls?
Sign up for free email alerts on GovInfoNow — we check official CPSC, FDA, USDA and NHTSA data every day and email you only when a recall matches what you follow.