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SevereNHTSA·26V294000·Announced 2026-05-11

International Recalls 2026-2027 HV Trucks for Brake Release Delay

International is recalling 2026-2027 HV vehicles because the service brake may take longer than expected to release, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the air brake system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

International Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2026-2027 HV vehicles. The recall addresses a defect where the service brake may take longer than expected to release. This issue may cause the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

A delayed brake release can increase the risk of a crash. The defect is associated with the service brakes, air supply, and quick release valve components.

Dealers will remove the 5/8” air line and replace it with a 3/4” air line free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 22, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26506. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 29, 2026.

The recalled product

Product
INTERNATIONAL HV
Brand
INTERNATIONAL
Manufacturer
International Motors, LLC
Category
Vehicle — Heavy Duty Truck
Hazard
Affected units
16

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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