International LT recalled over injury risk

Recall date

August 14, 2017

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

International Motors, LLC recalls 2018 International LT, HX

Recall number

17V406000

Brand / firm

International

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 224 units

Why it was recalled

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Navistar Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018 International LT and HX severe service diesel trucks equipped with Cummins ISX 15L engines. These engines have a fuel pump whose drive gear could possibly slip on its drive shaft, causing a fuel pump function loss, resulting in an engine stall.

What to do

Cummins has notified the owners of the affected vehicles and Cummins dealers will replace the fuel pumps, free of charge. The recall began on August 11, 2017. Owners may contact Cummins customer service at 1-800-286-6467 or Navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.