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NHTSA Recall 23V120000: Software (engine and engine cooling)

Navistar, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 27,972 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ic Bus Tc.

27,972
vehicles potentially affected
3
models affected
2023
owners notified (April 24)
NHTSA campaign23V120000
Manufacturer campaign23504
ComponentENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM) › SOFTWARE
Report receivedFebruary 23, 2023
Owner notificationApril 24, 2023
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2022-2024 International HV, International MV trucks, and 2022-2023 IC Bus TC commercial buses. When the parking brake is applied, the automatic transmission is still in drive or reverse position, and the stationary power take-off (PTO) switch is engaged by the operator, the engine may rev and overcome the parking brake's ability to keep the vehicle from moving.

Safety risk

Unexpected vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.

Remedy

Dealers will update the Cummins ECM software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 24, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23504. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 20V-810.

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 23V120000

Make and modelModel years
Ic Bus Tc2022, 2023
International Hv2022, 2023, 2024
International Mv2022, 2023, 2024

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.