2020 International MV Recalls, Problems & Safety Rating

10 safety recalls on file

The 2020 International MV has 10 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.

Owners have filed 1 complaint with NHTSA.

The most-reported problem area is Engine (1 report).

10Recalls
1Owner complaints
0Crashes reported
n/aNHTSA safety rating
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2020 International MV recalls

Brake fluid leak can cause electrical short and fire

Recall 25V502Aug 6, 20254,764 vehicles affected

A brake pressure switch assembly may leak brake fluid into its electrical components.

Caliper May Block Outer Brake Pad, Longer Stopping

Recall 25V178Mar 21, 2025153 vehicles affected

The rear air disc brake caliper can contact a suspension spring or axle U-bolt, which may prevent the outer brake pad from working properly.

Brake fluid leak can cause electrical short and fire risk

Recall 23V397Jun 2, 20236,786 vehicles affected

A brake pressure switch assembly may leak brake fluid into its electrical components, which can cause an electrical short-circuit in the switch.

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).

Parking Brake May Fail to Hold During PTO Use

Recall 23V119Feb 23, 20234,199 vehicles affected

A software error in the Body Control Module on certain International HV, RH, MV, and HX trucks may allow the vehicle to overcome the parking brake while the power-take-off (PTO) is operating.

Fuel rail leak can cause fire in commercial trucks and buses

Recall 21V366May 19, 20211,780 vehicles affected

A sealing washer on the high-pressure fuel rail may not seat correctly in its bore holes, which can allow diesel fuel to leak from the fuel rail assembly.

Engine can overpower parking brake, risking unexpected movement

Recall 20V810Dec 23, 202017,213 vehicles affected

On certain International DuraStar and WorkStar trucks, the engine control software may allow the engine to rev while the parking brake is applied, if the automatic transmission is in drive or reverse and the stationary PTO switch is engaged.

Diesel Fuel Heater May Overheat, Melt and Catch Fire

Recall 20V219Apr 17, 202027,421 vehicles affected

The electric fuel heater inside the fuel module on certain diesel trucks and buses with Cummins B6.7 engines may overheat.

Engaging PTO can make truck roll despite parking brake

Recall 19V841Nov 21, 201912,539 vehicles affected

On certain International trucks, if the parking brake is set and the automatic transmission is in Drive or Reverse, engaging the stationary PTO switch can cause engine RPM to ramp up.

Fuel heater can overheat, melt, and cause a fire or engine stall

Recall 19V216Mar 20, 201923,122 vehicles affected

The electric fuel heater inside the fuel module can overheat, causing plastic in the heater to melt.

Most common 2020 International MV problems

Problem areas named in the 1 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.

Problem areaReports
Engine1

What owners report

2025-09-16, Engine
The contact owns a 2020 International MV607. The contact stated that while driving 60 MPH, an abnormal thunder-like sound was heard coming from the vehicle, with several unknown warning lights displayed on the instrument panel. The contact stated that the vehicle began to jerk violently while shaking the contact was in the seat. The contact immediately pulled off to the shoulder of the highway. Due to the failure, the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, where the mechanic discovered that the fan hub was blown out of the engine. Due to the failure, the fan hub, fuel line, tensioner belt, and radiator all had to be replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but offered no

2020 International MV questions

Does the 2020 International MV have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 10 safety recalls for the 2020 International MV: Brake fluid leak can cause electrical short and fire; Caliper May Block Outer Brake Pad, Longer Stopping; Brake fluid leak can cause electrical short and fire risk; Back-Up Lights May Be Hard to See, Raising Crash Risk; Parking Brake May Fail to Hold During PTO Use. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.

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

Based on 1 owner complaint filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (1).

How do I check if a recall on my 2020 International MV 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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