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International MV Recall 25V502: Brake fluid leak can cause electrical short and fire

NHTSA campaign 25V502, reported August 6, 2025, 4,764 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A brake pressure switch assembly may leak brake fluid into its electrical components. This can cause an electrical short-circuit that overheats the circuit and raises the risk of a fire, whether the vehicle is being driven or is parked.

Until the repair is done, park the vehicle outside and away from buildings and other structures. Dealers will install a silicone black jumper harness at no cost to you. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 15, 2025. You can also contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V397 will need the new remedy completed as well. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 25V502International Motors, LLC
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
Problem
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2018 International 4000 Series 4300, 2017-2025 MV, 2018-2024 1300 FBC, 2018-2025 IC Bus TC, and 2024-2025 IC Bus CECB vehicles. The brake pressure switch assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch's electrical components and cause an electrical short-circuit.
Risk
An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
Remedy
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a silicone black jumper harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 15, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25509. Vehicles previously repaired under 23V397 will need to have the new remedy completed.

Affected vehicles

IC Bus Cecb20242025
IC Bus TC20182019202020212022202320242025
International 1300FBC2018201920202021202220232024
International 4000 Series 43002018
International MV201720182019202020212022202320242025