Vehicle was involved in a fire. The fire started on the interior drivers side dash area.
The worst 2026 International MV problems
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Recalls 6
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2021, 2023-2027 MV, and 2026-2027 HV vehicles. The battery interconnect cable may contact the auxiliary stud and hold down bracket, causing a short circuit.
- Risk
- A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install plastic saddles onto the positive interconnect cable, install wind laces and a J-bolt between each battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 26, 2026. Owners may contact International customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. International's number for this recall is 26510. This recall replaces and expands the federal safety agency Recall 25V534. Vehicles previously repaired under 25V534 will need the new remedy completed.
Recall number 26V459000 · Recall details
Service brakes
- What is wrong
- International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026-2027 MV vehicles. The ECU software may fail to engage the brakes with adaptive cruise control (ACC) or hill hold assist.
- Risk
- A vehicle that does not automatically brake as expected increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will update the brake ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. International's number for this recall is 26501. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning April 6, 2026.
Recall number 26V084000 · Recall details
Service brakes, air: antilock: control unit/module
- What is wrong
- International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2016 7600, 2016-2023 Lonestar, 2018 8600, 2018-2023 LT, 2021-2026 MV, 2022-2023 RH, 2023-2026 HX, and 2025-2026 HV vehicles. Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.
- Risk
- Safety systems that depend on the ECU, such as Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System, may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- International will work with Bendix to reprogram the ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. International's number for this recall is 25525. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning January 12, 2026.
Recall number 25V817000 · Recall details
Power train: automatic transmission: internal: clutches/bands: actuators/solenoids
- What is wrong
- International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026 MV commercial trucks. The transmission shift actuator may not have been calibrated properly, preventing the transmission from shifting into reverse.
- Risk
- The truck may be unable to move as needed on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the shift actuator input shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. International's number for this recall is 25519.
Recall number 25V702000 · Recall details
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026 MV vehicles. The battery interconnect cable may contact the auxiliary stud and hold down bracket, causing a short circuit.
- Risk
- A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install three wind laces on the battery hold down and add a J-bolt between each battery to ensure 3 mm of terminal clearance, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. International's number for this recall is 25513.
Recall number 25V534000 · Recall details
Visibility: windshield wiper/washer: linkages
- What is wrong
- International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2025-2026 HV, HX, LT, MV, RH, and 2025 EMV vehicles. The linkage that connects the right-side wiper arm to the motor may separate, causing the wipers to fail.
- Risk
- Windshield wiper failure can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the wiper module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. International's number for this recall is 25505.
Recall number 25V276000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2026 International MV 35
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- This article provides service part information for replacing a cracked gauge cluster lens
- This article provides guidance to dealership personnel, Technical Services personnel, Dealer Service...
- This article provides diagnostic and repair guidance for International MV trucks equipped with D-shaped...
- This document will guide the user through the changes of the dielectric grease/coatings used in certain...
- Certain International® trucks and IC BusTM CE Series buses may have out of date BCM programing that may
- VIN and Incomplete Vehicle Document Label Replacement Procedure
- This document provides guidance for assessing the feasibility of implementing a customer-requested change...
- This article provides step-by-step guidance for troubleshooting issues with Techline Connect software.
- This article addresses chassis lean conditions on MV with IROS suspension
- This document is intended to inform dealers, technicians, parts departments, and customers of a change...
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Is the 2026 International MV reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2026 International MV, close to a typical MV model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2026 International MV?
Electrical system, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2026 International MV have?
6 recalls, covering electrical system, service brakes and service brakes, air.
Was there a recall on the 2026 International MV electrical?
Yes, 2 recalls: 26V459000, 25V534000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
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