2020 International LT Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

9 safety recalls on file

The 2020 International LT has 9 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Engine And Engine Cooling (2 reports).

9Recalls
2Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2020 International LT recalls

Brake and stability systems may fail to work properly

Recall 25V817Nov 25, 2025678 vehicles affected

The electronic control unit (ECU) that runs the anti-lock brakes, traction control, and stability systems may receive electrical noise or weak signals.

Back-Up Lights May Be Hard to See, Raising Crash Risk

Recall 23V353May 18, 202332,880 vehicles affected

Certain International heavy trucks, covering a range of model years, may have back-up lights that are hard to see when the vehicle is in reverse or in bobtail mode (driving without a trailer).

Engine Rod Can Crack and Shut Off Engine While Driving

Recall 22V691Sep 15, 20227,918 vehicles affected

The connecting rod wrist pin in the engine can crack, which can lead to connecting rod failure.

Hot Battery Cables Can Separate, Causing Stalls

Recall 22V546Jul 28, 20228,483 vehicles affected

Certain International LT and LoneStar trucks may have battery ground cables that become excessively hot.

Battery Cable Can Chafe and Cause Electrical Short, Fire Risk

Recall 22V164Mar 17, 20222,804 vehicles affected

Certain International LT vehicles equipped with a 1500W Purkeys inverter system may have the positive battery cable incorrectly routed.

Engine wrist pin can crack, risking stall and crash

Recall 21V281Apr 22, 202110,038 vehicles affected

A wrist pin in the engine may crack, which can lead to connecting rod failure.

Battery ground cable may break, causing sudden engine shutdown

Recall 21V079Feb 17, 202127,457 vehicles affected

The battery ground cable ring terminal at the frame connection point may break.

Engine Rod Bushing Can Fail, Causing Sudden Shutdown

Recall 20V255May 7, 20205,277 vehicles affected

The wrist pin bushing in the engine connecting rod may fail on certain 2018-2020 International LT and 2019-2020 International RH trucks.

Exhaust Tailpipe Can Detach While Driving, Creating a Crash Risk

Recall 19V122Feb 26, 201924,173 vehicles affected

The exhaust system's rear hanger bracket can crack, and the forward bracket can then crack as well.

Most common 2020 International LT problems

Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Structure1
Forward Collision Avoidance1

What owners report

2023-06-01, Forward Collision Avoidance
The contact owns a 2020 International LT625 Truck. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle experienced unintended braking. The contact stated that the Forward Collision Avoidance warning light illuminated; however, the contact stated there was no object nearby or in the roadway. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where Forward Collision Avoidance sensors were recalibrated; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 290,000.
2022-01-28, Engine And Engine Cooling
related complaint tracking number: 11442614 The engine crankcase ventilation pours large volumes of exhaust gases and oil vapors into the engine bay of the truck. This is a design flaw. The crankcase exhaust exits to the inside of the frame, at the front left of the engine, approximately central vertically under the hood. This continually fills the engine bay with exhaust gases and vapors. There is an attached video and pictures. A separate email will be sent to add this information to 11442614. Since the original complaint is related to the exhaust gases coming into the cab, and this one is about an actual flaw in the exhaust system allowing the venting of gases under the hood, it se

2020 International LT questions

Does the 2020 International LT have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 9 safety recalls for the 2020 International LT: Brake and stability systems may fail to work properly; Back-Up Lights May Be Hard to See, Raising Crash Risk; Engine Rod Can Crack and Shut Off Engine While Driving; Hot Battery Cables Can Separate, Causing Stalls; Battery Cable Can Chafe and Cause Electrical Short, Fire Risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

What are the most common problems with the 2020 International LT?

Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine And Engine Cooling (2), Structure (1), Forward Collision Avoidance (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2020 International LT has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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