The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·23V119000·Announced 2023-02-23

International commercial trucks recalled for park brake software defect

Navistar is recalling 2018-2022 International trucks with a software defect that may prevent the park brake from holding during power-take-off operation, risking unexpected vehicle movement.

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: Defect in critical brake system confirmed, but no injuries or deaths reported. Per rubric guidance, confirmed hazards without reported incidents score at most High (3).

Plain-English summary

Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2018-2022 International commercial trucks (including HX, HV, MV, and RH models) due to a software error in the Body Control Module (BCM). The defect may allow the vehicle to overcome the park brake during power-take-off (PTO) operation.

A park brake that fails to hold can allow the vehicle to move unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crashes and injuries. Approximately 4,199 vehicles are affected by this recall.

Owners will receive notification letters starting April 24, 2023. Dealers will update the BCM software free of charge. Owners with questions can contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825, or call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
INTERNATIONAL MV, HV, RH, HX
Brand
INTERNATIONAL
Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Commercial truck
Hazard
Affected units
4,199

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)

  • MV
  • HV
  • RH
  • HX

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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