Navistar/sunshade wire harness
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks built with code 16xwd (sunshade option code). some wires in the sunshade wire harness had insulation that did not meet temperature specifications. some harnesses have been found to have enough melted insulation to create an electrical short.
Safety Consequence
If the wire insulation is melted enough to create a short, the potential for a fire exists. this short can also open the circuit that controls all the marker and tail lights. if the tail and marker lights go out, the vehicle could cause a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the sunshade wire harness.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from International Truck & Engine Corporation or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 99V264000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 99V264000?
NHTSA recall 99V264000 was issued by International Truck & Engine Corporation on September 20, 1999. It addresses: Navistar/sunshade wire harness. The recall affects approximately 990 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized International Truck & Engine Corporation dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 99V264000 or the manufacturer campaign number 99510. 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.