2026 International Hx problems, complaints & recalls
Safety recalls (2)
Service Brakes, Air:antilock:control Unit/Module 2025-11-25 · campaign 25V817000 · 678 vehicles
Defect: International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2016 7600, 2016-2023 Lonestar, 2018 8600, 2018-2023 LT, 2021-2026 MV, 2022-2023 RH, 2023-2026 HX, and 2025-2026 HV vehicles. Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working.
Risk: Safety systems that depend on the ECU, such as Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System, may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: International will work with Bendix to reprogram the ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25525. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 12, 2026.
Visibility:windshield Wiper/Washer:linkages 2025-04-24 · campaign 25V276000 · 14,786 vehicles
Defect: International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2025-2026 HV, HX, LT, MV, RH, and 2025 EMV vehicles. The linkage that connects the right-side wiper arm to the motor may separate, causing the wipers to fail.
Risk: Windshield wiper failure can reduce driver visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the wiper module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 2, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25505.
Service bulletins (43)
Technical service bulletins are repair instructions manufacturers send dealers for known issues. Unlike recalls, the fix is not automatically free — but naming the bulletin at the service desk can save diagnosis time and support goodwill repairs.
Electrical System 2026-09-19 · IK3100005 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this article will provide the calibration revision history for s13 integrated epa 2024 powertrains. note: calibrations will update to the most recently released calibration. the latest calibration content will include all previously released calibration content. note: international utilizes campa
Power Train 2026-08-07 · IK1201501 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
the purpose of this document is to properly identify and repair a leak at the rear gear housing boss.
Engine 2026-06-26 · IK1201518 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
some low mileage s13 engines in hv and hx chassis may experience complaints of excess fan belt noise or chirping, and or belt edge fraying. this document will guide the user through troubleshooting and installation of the required parts needed to correct the issue. note: hx with engine serial nu
Engine 2026-06-23 · IK1201506 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this document will guide the user through to inspect a26 turbochargers remanufactured by src between 05/01/2023 and 02/01/2025. src turbochargers assembled with new compressor housings may have a defect that prevents the tcot sensor (part# 1845988c1, sensor, exhaust gas temp) from being installed c
Power Train 2026-06-16 · IK4300031 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this document will provide information regarding certain approved s13 and t14 chemicals.
Electrical System 2026-06-09 · IK0800560 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
this document will guide the user through the changes of the dielectric grease/coatings used in certain areas on all international vehicles built after 1/8/2018. international's electrical engineering team made this change to improve the longevity of the oem coatings and to improve applications at t
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What owners report
No detailed complaint narratives on file.
Excerpts of consumer complaints filed with NHTSA, lightly truncated. They are owner statements, not verified findings.