Engine grid heater power cable may short
Defect Summary
Navistar, inc. (navistar) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 international durastar trucks manufactured may 13, 2009, to june 24, 2013, 2011-2012 international workstar trucks manufactured november 30, 2010, to september 26, 2011, and 2010-2014 ic bus hc transit buses manufactured november 19, 2009, to april 24, 2013. the affected vehicles may have an improperly routed engine grid heater power feed cable which can result in the cable contacting the metal edge on the cab.
Safety Consequence
If the cable contacts the metal edge of the cab, it may cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will secure the power feed cable so that it cannot contact the cab, free of charge. the recall began on august 3, 2015. owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. navistar's number for this recall is 15514.
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FAQ: Recall 15V394000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V394000?
NHTSA recall 15V394000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on June 22, 2015. It addresses: Engine grid heater power cable may short. The recall affects approximately 29,182 vehicles, with the defect involving the Electrical System component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V394000 or the manufacturer campaign number 15514. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.