2019 International LTProblems, recalls & complaints

NHTSA has logged 2 owner complaints about the 2019 International LT, most often about the engine. It is covered by 17 safety recalls, and for recall 23V-353 the manufacturer reports only 28% of affected cars repaired.

Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 25, 2025. Updated daily.

Complaints by system

Where the 2019 International LT has problems

2 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.

Box size = number of complaints naming that system. Darker = larger share. One complaint can name more than one system.
Complaints by system
SystemComplaintsCrash, fire or injury
Engine10
Fuel/propulsion system10
Power train10
Service brakes10

Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.

17 recalls

2019 International LT recalls and how many were fixed

Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.

34%repaired · 2026 Q3

Electrical system: software

New

Recall 25V-817 · Nov 25, 2025 · 678 vehicles · 228 repaired

Risk. Safety systems that depend on the ECU, such as Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation…

Problem, fix and repair progress →

28%repaired · 2026 Q1

Exterior lighting: back up lights

Recall 23V-353 · May 18, 2023 · 32,880 vehicles · 9,362 repaired

Risk. Low visibility or obstructed back up lights may not alert other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

79%repaired · 2024 Q3

Engine

Recall 22V-691 · Sep 15, 2022 · 7,918 vehicles · 6,244 repaired

Risk. Connecting rod failure can cause an engine shutdown, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

69%repaired · 2024 Q2

12v/24v/48v battery: cables

Recall 22V-546 · Jul 28, 2022 · 8,483 vehicles · 5,893 repaired

Risk. Excessively hot battery ground cables may cause personal injury during battery maintenance repairs.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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88%repaired · 2024 Q1

12v/24v/48v battery: cables

Recall 22V-164 · Mar 17, 2022 · 2,804 vehicles · 2,480 repaired

Risk. A damaged battery cable can cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

74%repaired · 2024 Q1

Exterior lighting: back up lights

Recall 22V-092 · Feb 17, 2022 · 4,277 vehicles · 3,171 repaired

Risk. Incorrect color backup lights may decrease vehicle visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

78%repaired · 2023 Q1

12v/24v/48v battery: cables

Recall 21V-079 · Feb 17, 2021 · 27,457 vehicles · 21,480 repaired

Risk. An unexpected engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

96%repaired · 2022 Q2

Engine

Recall 20V-255 · May 7, 2020 · 5,277 vehicles · 5,090 repaired

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

Problem, fix and repair progress →

91%repaired · 2020 Q3

Exhaust system: manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe

Recall 19V-122 · Feb 26, 2019 · 24,173 vehicles · 21,900 repaired

Risk. If the exhaust tail pipe detaches from the vehicle while being driven, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

88%repaired · 2020 Q2

Power train: clutch assembly

Recall 18V-826 · Nov 21, 2018 · 21,740 vehicles · 19,202 repaired

Risk. Unintended vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

75%repaired · 2020 Q1

Service brakes, air

Recall 18V-597 · Sep 7, 2018 · 2,089 vehicles · 1,560 repaired

Risk. An air leak or separation of the spring brake chamber can increase the needed stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

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Engine: diesel

Recall 18V-588 · Sep 5, 2018 · 26,288 vehicles

Risk. If the fuel line bursts, fuel may leak onto the road resulting in a roadway hazard for other motorists.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

79%repaired · 2019 Q4

Fuel system, diesel

Recall 18V-412 · Jun 18, 2018 · 19 vehicles · 15 repaired

Risk. Continued heat damage to the fuel lines could cause the fuel lines to rupture, resulting in a fuel leak and increasing the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

100%repaired · 2019 Q2

Service brakes, air

Recall 18V-306 · May 11, 2018 · 149 vehicles · 149 repaired

Risk. If the brake drum separates or if the brakes become inoperative, it can increase the risk of a crash.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

80%repaired · 2019 Q3

Front: anchorage

Recall 18V-293 · May 3, 2018 · 18,665 vehicles · 14,863 repaired

Risk. If the D-ring bolt breaks during a crash, the seat occupant may not be properly restrained, increasing their risk of injury.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

96%repaired · 2019 Q3

Fuel system, diesel

Recall 18V-199 · Mar 29, 2018 · 527 vehicles · 505 repaired

Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.

Problem, fix and repair progress →

Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with International.

Best & worst years

2019 vs. every other LT year

Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the LT median. How we score

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In owners' words

What LT owners report

Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.

The contact owns a 2019 International LT625. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the contact heard a loud knock in the engine. The contact stated that several unknown warning lights illuminated. The contact stated that the vehicle lost motive power. The vehicle was towed…
Complaint 11567014 · Jan 22, 2024 · 625,000 miles

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