The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·22V691000·Announced 2022-09-15

International commercial vehicles recalled for engine connecting rod failure

Navistar is recalling certain 2018-2021 International HV, HX, LT, and RH vehicles because connecting rod wrist pins may crack, causing engine failure. This could lead to engine shutdown and increase the risk of a crash.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: This recalls a specific mechanical defect (connecting rod failure causing engine shutdown with increased crash risk). The source does not report any injuries, crashes, or property damage. Per the rubric, a risk-of-harm vehicle defect without reported harm scores 3.

Plain-English summary

Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain 2018-2021 International HV, 2018-2020 International HX, 2018-2021 International LT, and International RH vehicles. The connecting rod wrist pin in the engine may crack, resulting in connecting rod failure.

Connecting rod failure can cause an engine shutdown, which increases the risk of a crash.

Owners were notified by mail beginning February 24, 2023. Dealers will install new knock detection software to warn the driver before engine connecting rod failure occurs and replace connecting rods as necessary, at no cost. Owners can contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
INTERNATIONAL LT, RH, HX, HV
Brand
INTERNATIONAL
Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Engine / Connecting Rod
Hazard
Affected units
7,918

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 (4)

  • LT
  • RH
  • HX
  • HV

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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