no report yet
12v/24v/48v battery: cables
Park outsideNewRisk. A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
2021 International MVProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2021 International MV, most often about the seats. It is covered by 15 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 July 16, 2026. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 International MV has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Seats
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Seats | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
15 recalls
2021 International MV 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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: software
NewRisk. Safety systems that depend on the ECU, such as Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation…
repaired · 2026 Q3
Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid
Park outsideRisk. An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Disc: caliper
Risk. A loss of outer brake pad function can extend the vehicle's stopping distance, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: software
Risk. Safety systems that depend on the ECU (Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System)…
repaired · 2025 Q2
Service brakes, hydraulic: fluid
Park outsideRisk. An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Antilock: ABS warning light
Risk. An ABS indicator light that fails to remain illuminated will not alert the driver of an ABS malfunction, which could increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Exterior lighting: back up lights
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.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Electrical system: body control module/bcm
Risk. A parking brake that does not hold can allow the vehicle to move unexpectedly and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Propulsion system: cables
Risk. A misidentified electrical cable may be mistaken for a de-energized cable by a technician or first responder, increasing the risk of electrical shock and…
no report yet
Fuel injection system: fuel rail
Risk. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Service brakes, air
Risk. Unintended spring brake application may occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2022 Q4
Engine control module (ecu/ecm): software
Risk. Unexpected Vehicle movement can increase the risk of a crash or injury.
repaired · 2022 Q3
Exterior lighting
Risk. Without the reflective strips, a truck operating without a trailer at night may be less visible, increasing the risk of a crash.
no report yet
Fuel system, diesel: pre-heater
Risk. A fire increases the risk of injury.
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
2021 vs. every other MV 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 MV median. How we score
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- Caution
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In owners' words
What MV owners report
Recent seats complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The sofa has sharp protruding screws in the ends hidden by the cover. While leaning into the sofa I was stabbed by the screws. Luckily it was not a child.
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