CarRecallWatch- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES; ENGINE
- Problem
- Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 International LoneStar and 2017-2021 International LT vehicles. The battery ground cable ring terminal at the frame connecting point may break, resulting in a loss of electrical power and unintended engine shutdown without warning.
- Risk
- An unexpected engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery ground cable, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 21501.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
The battery ground cable ring terminal at the frame connection point may break. If this happens, electrical power can be lost and the engine can shut down without warning.
An unexpected engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash, particularly while the vehicle is moving in traffic.
The repair is free. Navistar will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the battery ground cable at no cost. Owners can contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825 with questions. You can also check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| International Lonestar | 2018201920202021 |
|---|---|
| International LT | 20172018201920202021 |