This truck has had 4 different rubber brake lines fail in the last 3 years. Both lines at the master cylinder, one at the left front wheel and one in the rear.
The worst 2020 International CV problems
Ranked by number of owner complaints. Mileage and cost come from what owners wrote.
- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
Problems by type
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- Brakes1
- Electrical1
- Engine1
- Fuel system1
Recalls 5
Parking brake
- 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 brake
- 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 brake
- 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: software
- 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 devices
- 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
Technical service bulletins for the 2020 International CV 81
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This article provides guidance to dealership personnel, Technical Services personnel, Dealer Service...
- This article only applies to Models w/ 0016UZL Built Between 06/23/2014 – 05/11/2020 OR Models w/ 0016UZL...
- This document will guide the user through the changes of the dielectric grease/coatings used in certain...
- New CARB Idle Reduction Change Request
- This tool is designed to compare Diamond Logic feature data across multiple vehicle configuration files
- This document provides guidance for assessing the feasibility of implementing a customer-requested change...
- Engine replacements for all International engines will need to follow this procedure.
- This document will guide the user through a step-by-step procedure for detecting water leaks in vehicle...
- This document will guide the user through understanding Prop Shaft Codes and understanding the variations...
- This document will guide the user through providing the necessary documentation to tech support for a 6.6...
What 2020 International CV owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
With cruise control set to 65mph on US Hwy 175 in the left lane passing a semi truck the truck stuttered then completely shut down. Tempature was 102.
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Questions about the 2020 International CV
Is the 2020 International CV reliable?
Owners have filed 2 complaints about the 2020 International CV, close to a typical CV model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2020 International CV?
Brakes, with 1 complaint. Next is electrical (1).
How many recalls does the 2020 International CV have?
5 recalls, covering parking brake, electrical system and equipment.
Was there a recall on the 2020 International CV brakes?
Yes, 3 recalls: 25V763000, 25V414000, 23V282000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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