The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·19V422000·Announced 2019-06-06

2020 International HV Trucks Recalled for Wheel Bearing Lubrication Defect

Navistar is recalling 2020 International HV Severe Service Diesel Trucks because insufficient steer axle hub lubrication may cause wheel bearing damage and potential wheel separation.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (wheel separation) that increases the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury or property damage reports.

Plain-English summary

Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain 2020 International HV Severe Service Diesel Trucks. The recall addresses a defect where the steer axle hubs may be insufficiently lubricated or not lubricated at all. This lack of lubrication can result in wheel bearing damage.

The primary safety risk associated with this defect is that a wheel may separate from the front axle spindle, which increases the risk of a crash. The recall began on June 14, 2019.

Navistar has notified owners, and dealers will inspect the steer axle wheel hubs for the proper fluid level and repair any damaged components free of charge. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
INTERNATIONAL HV
Brand
INTERNATIONAL
Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Truck
Hazard
Affected units
209

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • HV

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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