Navistar 2019 International MV: Trailer brake lights may not illuminate, causing crashes
Navistar recalls 2019 International MV trucks with combined trailer stop and turn lights that may not illuminate when brakes are used, increasing crash risk. Owners must contact Navistar for free circuit relocation.
Use caution until it’s fixed
If the trailer brake lights fail to illuminate, other drivers may not be warned of the vehicle slowing, increasing the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Navistar is recalling certain 2019 International MV trucks that have a problem with trailer brake lights not illuminating when the truck brakes. This could cause crashes because other drivers wouldn't see the vehicle slowing down. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224008-navistar-2019-international-mv-trailer-brake-lights-may-not-illuminate.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224008-navistar-2019-international-mv-trailer-brake-lights-may-not-illuminate · Updated October 6, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V644000
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“Navistar 2019 International MV: Trailer brake lights may not illuminate, causing crashes.” GovInfoNow, updated October 6, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224008-navistar-2019-international-mv-trailer-brake-lights-may-not-illuminate. Based on NHTSA recall #18V644000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V644000).
Why it’s dangerous
When the truck brakes, the trailer brake lights may not turn on. This means other drivers don't see the vehicle slowing down, which could lead to a crash.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2019 International MV trucks with combined trailer stop and turn lights are affected. Drivers using these trucks with trailers are most at risk.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2019 International MV truck has combined trailer stop and turn lights. The recall started October 23, 2018, and applies to vehicles sold from that date.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Navistar
Call 1-800-448-7825 to schedule a free circuit relocation for your trailer brake lights.
What NHTSA says to do
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the trailer brake light circuits from the trailer turn signal circuits to the vehicle brake light circuits, free of charge. The recall began October 23, 2018. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 18514.
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- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V644000 (September 19, 2018)
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