2018–2021 International HV, 2018–2020 International HX, 2018–2021 International LT and 1 other model Recall: Connecting rod wrist pin may crack, resulting in connecting rod failure
NHTSA campaign 22V691000 · Engine · filed Sep 15, 2022 · verified Jul 30, 2026
The defect
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 International HV, 2018-2020 International HX, 2018-2021 International LT and International RH vehicles. The connecting rod wrist pin may crack, resulting in connecting rod failure.
The risk
Connecting rod failure can cause an engine shutdown, increasing the risk of a crash.
Check whether your specific vehicle is affected
Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.
Check VIN on NHTSA →The fix — what to do
Dealers will install new knock detection software to warn the driver prior to engine connecting rod failure, and replace connecting rods as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 24, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22518.
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.
Affected vehicles
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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 22V691000 (manufacturer number 22518). Data last verified Jul 30, 2026.