Does the 2026 International MV have any recalls?

Transport Canada lists 5 campaigns and the U.S. NHTSA lists 6 for the 2026 International MV. Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.

How do I know if a recall applies to my 2026 International MV?

Recalls are matched by make, model and model year, but many cover only certain VIN ranges. Confirm with your manufacturer or dealer using your full VIN, or use the official Transport Canada or NHTSA lookup.

Are recall repairs free?

Yes. In both Canada and the United States the manufacturer must fix a recalled defect at no charge, through a franchised dealer.

RECALLS — MAKE · MODEL · YEAR

2026 International MV recalls

11 safety recall campaigns have been filed for the 2026 International MV with Transport Canada and the U.S. NHTSA. Here is what both agencies say.

Canadian recalls: 05
U.S. recalls: 06
Total campaigns: 11

Transport Canada recalls

Brakes#2026063February 12, 2026
1 units affected
Issue: On one truck, a software problem could cause the adaptive cruise control (ACC) not to work properly. As a result, when the ACC is activated, the truck may not slow down or stop if the system detects the need to apply the brakes. Safety Risk: An adaptive cruise control system that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: To reduce the safety risk, International Motors advises not to use the cruise control function until the recall repairs are completed. International Motors will notify the owner by mail and advise them to take their truck to a dealership to update the antilock braking system electronic control unit software.
Electrical#2025652November 25, 2025
200 units affected
Issue: On certain trucks, poor signal strength could cause the electronic control unit (ECU) to stop working or not to work properly. As a result, some safety systems may not work, including the antilock braking system, automatic traction control, electronic stability control, active cruise control and the collision mitigation system. Note: This recall is an expansion of Transport Canada recall no. 2024-655. Safety Risks: Vehicle safety systems that don't work correctly could increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: International Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to reprogram the ECU software.
Powertrain#2025563October 16, 2025
13 units affected
Issue: On certain vehicles, the transmission shift actuator may not have been calibrated properly. As a result, you may not be able to shift the transmission into the reverse ("R") position. Safety Risk: A transmission that can't be shifted into reverse could increase the risk of an injury or a crash. Corrective Actions: International Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the transmission shift actuator.
Electrical#2025428August 21, 2025
24 units affected
This recall was replaced by Transport Canada recall no. 2026-348. Issue: On certain trucks, the cable connection at the battery auxiliary post could contact the hold-down bracket. If this happens, there could be a short circuit. Safety Risk: A short circuit could increase the risk of a fire. Corrective Actions: International Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to insulate the battery hold down bracket and install spacers between the batteries.
Visual System#2025227April 24, 2025
1,520 units affected
Issue: On certain trucks, the right-side (passenger-side) windshield wiper arm could separate from the wiper motor. If this happens, the windshield wiper may not work. Note: For the MV model, this recall affects both MV and eMV models. Safety Risk: Windshield wipers that don't work could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash. Corrective Actions: International Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your truck to a dealership to replace the windshield wiper module.

Canadian data updated August 24, 2026

U.S. NHTSA recalls

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES#26V459000July 16, 2026
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2021, 2023-2027 MV, and 2026-2027 HV vehicles. The battery interconnect cable may contact the auxiliary stud and hold down bracket, causing a short circuit.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install plastic saddles onto the positive interconnect cable, install wind laces and a J-bolt between each battery, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 8, 2026. Owners will receive another notice once remedy becomes available. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26510. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA Recall 25V534. Vehicles previously repaired under 25V534 will need the new remedy completed.
SERVICE BRAKES#26V084000February 12, 2026
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026-2027 MV vehicles. The ECU software may fail to engage the brakes with adaptive cruise control (ACC) or hill hold assist.
Risk: A vehicle that does not automatically brake as expected increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will update the brake ECU software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26501. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 6, 2026.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE#25V817000November 25, 2025
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.
Remedy: 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.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CLUTCHES/BANDS:ACTUATORS/SOLENOIDS#25V702000October 15, 2025
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026 MV commercial trucks. The transmission shift actuator may not have been calibrated properly, preventing the transmission from shifting into reverse.
Risk: The truck may be unable to move as needed on the road, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the shift actuator input shaft, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25519.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES#25V534000August 21, 2025
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026 MV vehicles. The battery interconnect cable may contact the auxiliary stud and hold down bracket, causing a short circuit.
Risk: A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install three wind laces on the battery hold down and add a J-bolt between each battery to ensure 3 mm of terminal clearance, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 10, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25513.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:LINKAGES#25V276000April 24, 2025
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.
Remedy: 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.

Does this recall apply to my vehicle?

Matched by make, model, and model year. Many recalls affect only specific VIN ranges — confirm with your dealer using your full VIN.

What to do

Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer in both countries. To confirm a recall applies to your specific vehicle, or to book the work, contact your manufacturer or dealer with your full VIN, or use the official channel:

NHTSA recall lookup (search by VIN) — U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Defects and recalls database — Transport Canada

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