The worst 2018 International RH problems
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Recalls 5
Exterior lighting: back up lights
- What is wrong
- Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2000-2003 International 8100, 2001-2003 International 9100i, 2001-2007 International 9400i, 2001-2010 International 9200i, 2002-2007, 2009 International 8500, 2003-2007, 2013 International 9900i, 2003-2018 International 8600, 2004, 2007 International 9900iX, 2008-2018 International ProStar, 2010-2011, 2013, 2016 International LoneStar, 2011-2012, 2016 International 4400, 2017-2024 International LT, 2018-2024 International RH, 2019-2021 International LS, 2019-2024 International MV vehicles. The back-up lights offer low visibility when the vehicle is in reverse and bobtail mode. Also, the vehicles have not been equipped with additional unobstructed back-up lights. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Low visibility or obstructed back up lights may not alert other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the existing rear stop/turn signal lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 06, 2024. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23514.
Recall number 23V353000 · Recall details
Engine
- What is wrong
- Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 International HV, 2018-2020 International HX, 2018-2021 International LT and International RH vehicles. The connecting rod wrist pin may crack, resulting in connecting rod failure.
- Risk
- Connecting rod failure can cause an engine shutdown, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install new knock detection software to warn the driver prior to engine connecting rod failure, and replace connecting rods as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22518.
Recall number 22V691000 · Recall details
Power train: clutch assembly
- What is wrong
- Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019 International HV, MV, 2018-2019 HX, LT, RH, LoneStar, ProStar, WorkStar, and 2018 TranStar automated manual transmission vehicles, equipped with certain Eaton ECA heavy-duty truck clutches. An internal component in the clutch assembly may fail, possibly resulting in unintended vehicle movement.
- Risk
- Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will recalibrate the Transmission Control Module (TCM), free of charge. The recall began January 18, 2019. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 18518.
Recall number 18V826000 · Recall details
Seat belts: front: anchorage
- What is wrong
- Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 International WorkStar, DuraStar, LoneStar, LT, ProStar, RH and IC Bus HC, 2018 International TranStar, 2019 International HV and MV trucks and transit buses. The front driver and passenger seat belt anchor D-ring bolt may break in the event of a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages."
- Risk
- If the D-ring bolt breaks during a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Navistar has notified owners, and dealers will replace the D-ring bolt depending on the information found on the seat belt label, free of charge. The recall began May 23, 2018. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 18505.
Recall number 18V293000 · Recall details
Service brakes, air
- What is wrong
- Navistar Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2018 International LT, 2016-2017 International ProStar, 2017-2018 International LoneStar and International RH heavy diesel trucks. The air dryer mounting bracket may fracture, causing air system leaks or a loss of air pressure to the brake system.
- Risk
- A loss of brake air pressure could lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air dryer mounting bracket, free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2017. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for the recall is 17502.
Recall number 17V174000 · Recall details
Technical service bulletins for the 2018 International RH 300
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
- Effective January 1, 2008 , engines built for vehicles registered in California or a CARB (Air Resources...
- 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...
- This document enables technicians to: 1. Accurately identify International® A26A engine control systems
- This document enables technicians to: 1. Accurately identify International® A26B engine control systems
- This document will guide the user through the parts and information related to A26B resonator removal and...
- This document will guide the user through supplemental fuel system diagnostics on 2017 A26 ESN 4500000
- New CARB Idle Reduction Change Request
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How many recalls does the 2018 International RH have?
5 recalls, covering exterior lighting, engine and power train.
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