Safety Recall NHTSA · 21V226000 Reported April 1, 2021

Air leak in spring brake chamber

International Motors, Llc · N/A · 615 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
21V226000
Manufacturer Campaign
21502
Component
N/A
Vehicles Affected
615
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
April 1, 2021
Completion Rate
99.67

Defect Summary

Navistar, inc. (navistar) is recalling certain 2021 international lt and international rh vehicles. the spring inside the spring brake chamber may allow the pressure plate to shift and wear a hole through the diaphragm.

Safety Consequence

A hole in the diaphragm may cause an air leak, causing the parking brake to engage and increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, as necessary, replace the spring brake chambers, free of charge. owner notification letters were mailed on may 28, 2021. owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. navistar's number for this recall is 21502.

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 21V226000 or campaign 21502.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 21V226000

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

What is recall 21V226000?

NHTSA recall 21V226000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on April 1, 2021. It addresses: Air leak in spring brake chamber. The recall affects approximately 615 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 21V226000 or the manufacturer campaign number 21502. 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.