Safety Recall NHTSA · 20V229000 Reported April 22, 2020

Axles insufficiently lubricated

International Motors, Llc · Power Train · 130 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
20V229000
Manufacturer Campaign
20503
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
130
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 22, 2020
Completion Rate
82.31

Defect Summary

Navistar, inc. (navistar) is recalling certain 2019 international workstar and international hv vehicles equipped with meritor mx-14-120 evo steer axles. the axles may have insufficient lubrication, which may result in damage to the wheel end bearings.

Safety Consequence

If the bearings are damaged, the wheel may separate and cause a sudden loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steer axle wheel hubs for proper fluid level and repair any damaged wheel end components and spindles, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began may 1, 2020. owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. navistar's number for this recall is 20503.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 20V229000 or campaign 20503.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 20V229000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 20V229000?

NHTSA recall 20V229000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on April 22, 2020. It addresses: Axles insufficiently lubricated. The recall affects approximately 130 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V229000 or the manufacturer campaign number 20503. 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.