NHTSA Recall 22V164000: Cables (electrical system)
Navistar, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,804 vehicles. It affects 2018–2023 International LT.
| NHTSA campaign | 22V164000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 22507 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY › CABLES |
| Report received | March 17, 2022 |
| Owner notification | May 16, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2023 International LT vehicles equipped with a 1500W Purkeys inverter system. The positive battery cable may be incorrectly routed, causing it to chafe on the side skirt frame and become damaged.
Safety risk
A damaged battery cable can cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace any damaged battery cables and install new inverter cable brackets and saddles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2022. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22507.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 22V164000
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.