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2019-2021 International LT and International RH recall: engine

Navistar, Inc. reported this safety recall on April 22, 2021. It covers about 10,038 vehicles.

vehicles affected
10,038
reported
Apr 22, 2021
owners notified
Jun 11, 2021
related complaints
3

Engine

What is wrong
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019-2021 International LT and RH trucks. The wrist pin may crack and cause connecting rod failure.
Risk
Connecting rod failure may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners and dealers will install a detection system software to warn the driver prior to engine connecting rod failure and engines with a defective connecting rod will be repaired, free of charge. Vehicles previously repaired under Recall 20V255 that received only a software update will need to return to the dealer for the new remedy. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 11, 2021. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 21505.

Recall number 21V281000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 3 complaints about engine problems.

2019 International LT2020 International LT2021 International LT2019 International RH2020 International RH2021 International RH

Questions about recall 21V281000

Is there a recall on the 2019-2021 International LT and International RH engine?

Yes. Recall 21V281000, reported on April 22, 2021, covers about 10,038 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 21V281000?

Navistar will notify owners and dealers will install a detection system software to warn the driver prior to engine connecting rod failure and engines with a defective connecting rod will be repaired, free of charge. Vehicles previously repaired under Recall 20V255 that received only a software update will need to return to the dealer for the new remedy. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 11, 2021. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1‑800‑448‑7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 21505.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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