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2019 International CV problems

The most common problem on the 2019 International CV is suspension. It has fewer complaints than a typical CV model year.

Typical yearClose to a typical year
Owner complaints
1
Recalls
6
Service bulletins
103
Worst area
Suspension

The worst 2019 International CV problems

Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.

  • Suspension
    1

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    1

Recalls 6

Parking brakeReported November 6, 2025 · 159 vehicles affected
What is wrong
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2019-2020 CV vehicles. The brake pressure switch harness may not have protective material on the wires, causing a short circuit and reducing brake performance.
Risk
Reduced brake performance can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will remove, add protective material, and reinstall the brake pressure switch harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. International's number for this recall is 25521. Vehicles in this recall that were previously repaired under 23V282 and 25V414 will need to have the new remedy completed. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs)involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning December 19, 2025.

Recall number 25V763000 · Recall details

Parking brakeReported June 25, 2025 · 12,004 vehicles affected
What is wrong
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2019-2025 CV vehicles. The brake pressure sensor assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch and cause a short circuit.
Risk
An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the brake pressure switch/fuse harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 22, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. International's number for this recall is 25507. Vehicles in this recall that were previously repaired under 23V282 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Recall number 25V414000 · Recall details

Parking brakeReported April 20, 2023 · 9,170 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2017-2023 International CV trucks. The brake pressure switch assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch's electrical components and cause an electrical short-circuit.
Risk
An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the brake pressure switch assembly and if necessary, the wire harness or fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 16, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23511.

Recall number 23V282000 · Recall details

Electrical system: softwareReported May 20, 2020 · 2,805 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 International CV vehicles. Due to a software error, the Antilock Braking System (ABS) malfunction indicator does not light when there is a loss of communication between the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) and the Body Control Module (BCM). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
Risk
If the malfunction warning does not light, the driver may not be aware of an inoperative ABS or Automatic Traction Control (ATC) system, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will program the BCM software with a new calibration, free of charge. This recall began July 20, 2020. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 20505.

Recall number 20V285000 · Recall details

Equipment: mechanical: wrecker and wheel lift devicesReported May 8, 2020 · 16 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Maintainer Corporation of Iowa, Inc. (Maintainer) is recalling certain modified 2019-2020 International CV 515 and Chevrolet Silverado tow vehicles equipped with Allison 2700 series transmissions with Chelsea Power Take Offs (PTO). The PTOs were installed incorrectly and as a result, the attachment hardware may loosen over time.
Risk
If the PTO attachment hardware loosens it could cause a loss of transmission fluid which may result in the rear wheel locking up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Maintainer will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the PTO and install a new attachment stud kit, free of charge. The recall began June 9, 2020. Owners may contact Maintainer customer service at 1‑800‑831‑8588.

Recall number 20V261000 · Recall details

EngineReported May 14, 2019 · 705 vehicles affected
What is wrong
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019 International CV vehicles equipped with Duramax 6.6 liter diesel engines and an optional engine-block heater (feature code 12XBL). The engine block heater cord or the terminals that connect the heater cord to the block heater may short circuit and fail.
Risk
A short-circuit may damage the engine components and increase the risk of fire.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners and dealers will replace the engine block heater, free of charge. Navistar issued owners an interim notification on May 31, 2019. A second letter will be mailed when the remedy becomes available. The recall began November 14, 2019. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 19508.

Recall number 19V372000 · Recall details

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Technical service bulletins for the 2019 International CV 103

Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.

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What 2019 International CV owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jan 5, 2024 · Suspension · 15,000 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2019 International CV515. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the front end of the truck was bouncing excessively. The contact stated that there was a failure with the front end that was causing damage to the front tires. The contact stated that the front tires appeared worn and patchy with only 17,000 miles of driving. The vehicle was taken to Firestone Tires and was diagnosed with a failed suspension. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was also taken to the dealer and the contact was advised that the tires needed to be replaced. The tires were replaced. The contact stated that the tire size information printed on the door of the vehicle was 245/70/R19.5 however, the actual tire size that was installed on the truck was 225/70/R19.5. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 15,000.

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Is the 2019 International CV reliable?

Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2019 International CV, fewer than a typical CV model year.

What is the most common problem with the 2019 International CV?

Suspension, with 1 complaint.

How many recalls does the 2019 International CV have?

6 recalls, covering parking brake, electrical system and equipment.

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