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NHTSA Recall 20V229000: Axle assembly (power train)

Navistar, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 130 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the International Hv.

130
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2020
owners notified (May 1)
NHTSA campaign20V229000
Manufacturer campaign20503
ComponentPOWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY
Report receivedApril 22, 2020
Owner notificationMay 1, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019 International WorkStar and International HV vehicles equipped with Meritor MX-14-120 EVO steer axles. The axles may have insufficient lubrication, which may result in damage to the wheel end bearings.

Safety risk

If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steer axle wheel hubs for proper fluid level and repair any damaged wheel end components and spindles, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began May 1, 2020. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 20503.

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.

Vehicles covered by recall 20V229000

Make and modelModel years
International Hv2019
International Workstar2019

Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.