Battery cover latch may short against battery
Defect Summary
Navistar, inc. (navistar) is recalling certain 2017 international prostar, lonestar, 9900i, and transtar trucks. the affected vehicles have a metallic battery cover latch that may unlatch and contact the battery jump start stud, causing an electrical short to ground if the jump start stud is not covered.
Safety Consequence
An electrical short to ground increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will install a latch stop to prevent the latch from rotating to the unlatched position, free of charge. the recall began on january 27, 2017. owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. navistar's number for this recall is 16513.
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FAQ: Recall 16V938000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 16V938000?
NHTSA recall 16V938000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on December 28, 2016. It addresses: Battery cover latch may short against battery. The recall affects approximately 294 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 16V938000 or the manufacturer campaign number 16513. 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.