Navistar 2018-2019 International LT Trucks: Fuel Leak Fire Risk
Navistar recalls 2018-2019 International LT trucks with potential fuel leaks causing fire or crash risks. Owners must get a free repair to prevent leaks.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire. Additionally, fuel leaking onto the roadway may increase the risk of a crash.
What happened, in plain English
Navistar is recalling certain 2018-2019 International LT trucks because the hood can rub against the fuel line fitting when closed, causing leaks that could lead to fire or crashes. This affects truck owners who need to have the fuel line repaired to prevent hazards. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224030-navistar-2018-2019-international-lt-trucks-fuel-leak-fire-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224030-navistar-2018-2019-international-lt-trucks-fuel-leak-fire-risk · Updated October 7, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #18V199000
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“Navistar 2018-2019 International LT Trucks: Fuel Leak Fire Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 7, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224030-navistar-2018-2019-international-lt-trucks-fuel-leak-fire-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #18V199000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=18V199000).
Why it’s dangerous
When the truck hood is closed, the fender splash panel can rub against the fuel line fitting. This causes abrasion damage that may lead to fuel leaks. Leaking fuel near ignition sources can cause fires, and leaks on roads may increase crash risks.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2018-2019 International LT trucks are affected. Drivers using these trucks without the repair are at risk of fuel leaks leading to fire or crashes.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your truck is a 2018-2019 International LT model. The recall started on May 14, 2018, and applies to all these trucks.
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What to do — step by step
Contact Navistar Customer Service
Call 1-800-448-7825 to get the free repair for the fuel/water inlet line.
Get Fuel Line Repair
Dealers will trim the splash panel and replace the damaged fuel/water inlet line at no cost.
What NHTSA says to do
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will trim the splash panel, and replace the fuel/water inlet line if it is damaged, free of charge. The recall began on May 14, 2018. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 18503.
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Where this comes from
The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #18V199000 (March 29, 2018)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 7, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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