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NHTSA Recall 20V255000: Engine

Navistar, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5,277 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the International LT.

5,277
vehicles potentially affected
2
models affected
2020
owners notified (July 8)
NHTSA campaign20V255000
Manufacturer campaign20504
ComponentENGINE
Report receivedMay 7, 2020
Owner notificationJuly 8, 2020
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2020 International LT and 2019-2020 International RH trucks. The wrist pin bushing of the engine connecting rod may fail.

Safety risk

Connecting rod failure may result in an unexpected engine shutdown, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Navistar will notify owners and dealers will install a detection system to warn the driver prior to engine connecting rod failure, and engines with a defective connecting rod will be repaired, free of charge. The recall began July 8, 2020. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 20504.

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 20V255000

Make and modelModel years
International LT2018, 2019, 2020
International Rh2019, 2020

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.