Engine wrist pin bushing may fail
Defect Summary
Navistar, inc. (navistar) is recalling certain 2019-2021 international lt and rh trucks. the wrist pin may crack and cause connecting rod failure.
Safety Consequence
Connecting rod failure may cause a stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners and dealers will install a detection system software to warn the driver prior to engine connecting rod failure and engines with a defective connecting rod will be repaired, free of charge. vehicles previously repaired under recall 20v255 that received only a software update will need to return to the dealer for the new remedy. owner notification letters were mailed on june 11, 2021. owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. navistar's number for this recall is 21505.
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FAQ: Recall 21V281000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 21V281000?
NHTSA recall 21V281000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on April 22, 2021. It addresses: Engine wrist pin bushing may fail. The recall affects approximately 10,038 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 21V281000 or the manufacturer campaign number 21505. 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.