12v/24v/48v battery: cablesRecall 21V-079 · International vehicles
Navistar, Inc. recall 21V-079 covers 27,457 International vehicles for a 12v/24v/48v battery: cables problem, reported to NHTSA on February 17, 2021. The manufacturer's latest report (2023 Q1) shows 78% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 21V079000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 International LoneStar and 2017-2021 International LT vehicles. The battery ground cable ring terminal at the frame connecting point may break, resulting in a loss of electrical power and unintended engine shutdown without warning.
The risk
An unexpected engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery ground cable, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 21501.
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.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
78%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.