Complaints over time
Complaints about the 2021 International MV peaked in 2022, with 1 filed
Owner complaints about this model year, by the year they were filed with NHTSA.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. The lighter column runs through October.
Model yearPark outside
2021 International MV
Truck, diesel, 4WD/4-Wheel Drive/4x4, built in United States. Owner complaints on file from Aug 15, 2022 to Aug 15, 2022.
Recall campaigns covering this model year15277k vehicles or units across those campaigns
Owner complaints1Close to the median 2021 truck
Severity index0.02021 trucks average 15.0
First 24 months1Complaints in its first two years
Components
100% of complaints about the 2021 International MV name seats
Owner complaints by component. Hover or focus a bar for the crash, fire, injury or death count.
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file. A complaint can name more than one component; it is counted under the first.
Recalls
15 recall campaigns cover the 2021 International MV
Check a specific vehicle by VIN on NHTSA's site: a campaign may cover only part of a model year's production.
| Campaign | Filed | Subject | Component | Vehicles | Remedy |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V-459 | Jul 16, 2026 | Battery interconnect cable may contact the auxiliary stud and hold down bracket, causing a short circuitPark outside | Electrical system | 15,628 | Part replacement |
| 25V-817 | Nov 25, 2025 | Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working | Electrical system | 678 | Software update |
| 25V-502 | Aug 6, 2025 | Brake pressure switch assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch's electrical components and cause an electrical short-circuitPark outside | Brakes | 4,764 | Repair or modification |
| 25V-178 | Mar 21, 2025 | Caliper may contact a suspension spring or axle U-bolt and prevent the outer brake pad from functioning | Brakes | 153 | Part replacement |
| 24V-818 | Oct 31, 2024 | Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or stop working | Electrical system | 105,276 | Software update |
| 23V-397 | Jun 2, 2023 | Brake pressure switch assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch's electrical components and cause an electrical short-circuitPark outside | Brakes | 6,786 | Part replacement |
| 23V-370 | May 25, 2023 | Anti-lock brake system (ABS) indicator light does not remain illuminated when a malfunction exists, and when the vehicle's ignition switch is on,… | Brakes | 59,684 | Software update |
| 23V-353 | May 18, 2023 | Back-up lights offer low visibility when the vehicle is in reverse and bobtail mode | Lighting | 32,880 | Part replacement |
| 23V-119 | Feb 23, 2023 | Software error in the Body Control Module (BCM) may allow the vehicle to overcome the park brake during power-take-off (PTO) operation | Electrical system | 4,199 | Software update |
| 22V-849 | Nov 17, 2022 | High voltage positive cables that connect the battery packs to the manual service disconnects (MSD) may have been mislabeled | Electrical system | 95 | Part replacement |
| 21V-366 | May 19, 2021 | Sealing washer may not seat correctly in the pilot bore holes, allowing the high pressure fuel rail assembly to leak | Fuel system | 1,780 | Part replacement |
| 21V-227 | Apr 1, 2021 | Retainer was not properly seated in the SC-3 single check valve and may not provide source air isolation when pressure is applied | Brakes | 845 | Part replacement |
| 20V-810 | Dec 23, 2020 | When the parking brake is applied and the automatic transmission is still in the drive or reverse position and the stationary PTO switch is… | Engine and cooling | 17,213 | Not stated |
| 20V-584 | Sep 24, 2020 | Vehicles may not have had sections of reflective tape applied to the right and left upper contours of the cab | Lighting | 14 | Repair or modification |
| 20V-219 | Apr 17, 2020 | Electric fuel heater within the fuel module may overheat and cause plastic in the fuel heater to melt and potentially catch fire | Fuel system | 27,421 | Repair or modification |
Source: NHTSA ODI recalls file.
Owner complaints
What owners reported about the 2021 International MV
The full text of every complaint filed with NHTSA about this model year, newest first. Complaints are filed by owners and are not verified by NHTSA; NHTSA removes personal details before publishing.
1 complaint on file, page 1 of 1.
- Filed Aug 15, 2022Failure Jul 14, 2022Jacksonville, FLSeats
The sofa has sharp protruding screws in the ends hidden by the cover. While leaning into the sofa I was stabbed by the screws. Luckily it was not a child.
NHTSA complaint 11479412
Source: NHTSA ODI complaints file.
Investigations
NHTSA has not opened an investigation on this model year
Source: NHTSA ODI investigations file.
Service bulletins
124 manufacturer communications cover this model year
Technical service bulletins and other notices the manufacturer sent to dealers. A bulletin is not a recall; the 60 most recent are listed.
- IK0800560 Jun 9, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document will guide the user through the changes of the dielectric grease/coatings used in certain areas on all International vehicles built after 1/8/2018. International's Electrical Engineering Team made this change to improve the longevity of the OE… - 26101 May 22, 2026 · Service Campaign
Certain International® trucks and IC BusTM CE Series buses may have out of date BCM programing that may cause erroneous fault codes after a vehicle sits for 2 or 3 days. - IK2600255 Apr 23, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document provides guidance for assessing the feasibility of implementing a customer-requested change to an engine or vehicle parameter/feature. Customer requested changes will be approved in accordance with the requirements specified in 40 CFR Part 103… - 26101 Apr 7, 2026 · Service Campaign
Certain International® trucks and IC BusTM CE Series buses may have out of date BCM programing that may cause erroneous fault codes after a vehicle sits for 2 or 3 days. - IK0300080 Mar 30, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This article addresses chassis lean conditions on MV with IROS suspension. It does not include any diagnostics for body leans, such as a cab lean. Keep in mind that a chassis lean may cause or accentuate a cab lean. - IK0800684 Feb 13, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document is to inform dealers, customers, and body builders/TEMs of a known BCM software issue with kernels 747 through 752. Units built after November of 2024 as well as older units that were updated with DLB between 11/5/2024 and 6/26/2025 with Remo… - IK2600069 Feb 7, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document will guide the user through troubleshooting steps to submitting a case file for a horsepower request. - IK4300035 Feb 3, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This tool is designed to compare Diamond Logic feature data across multiple vehicle configuration files. It allows users to quickly load files either manually or directly from the Diamond Logic Builder Vehicles folder using VIN-based selection. As files are… - IK2600255 Jan 26, 2026 · Other
This document provides guidance for assessing the feasibility of implementing a customer-requested change to an engine or vehicle parameter/feature. Customer requested changes will be approved in accordance with the requirements specified in 40 CFR Part 103… - IK2600090 Feb 5, 2026 · Other
New CARB Idle Reduction Change Request - IK2600047 Jan 2, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Engine replacements for all International engines will need to follow this procedure. - IK0800684 Jan 29, 2026 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document is to inform dealers, customers, and body builders/TEMs of a known BCM software issue with kernels 747 through 752. Units built after November of 2024 as well as older units that were updated with DLB between 11/5/2024 and 6/26/2025 with Remot… - IK2600279 Dec 19, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document provides: Steps to take when switch pack programming fails, or when switch pack disappears after body control module update Sample scenarios Additional information to assist readers in understanding DLB switch pack programming - IK1600272 Dec 19, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document will guide the user through a step-by-step procedure for detecting water leaks in vehicle cabs and windshields using an ultrasonic sound detector. - IK1201009 Dec 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
In some geographic areas, ambient temperatures reaching below 40°F (4°C), including high levels of humidity, an operator may experience engine stalling, low performance, and/or poor aftertreatment performance. This is caused by condensation accumulating and… - IK1201009 Nov 6, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
In some geographic areas, ambient temperatures reaching below 15°F (-10 °C), including high levels of humidity, an operator may experience engine stalling, low performance, and or poor aftertreatment performance. This is caused by condensation accumulating … - IK0800689 Nov 21, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
In some instances, the driver's or passenger's door pod may become unresponsive, where it will not respond to any manual inputs from the driver or passenger. In some of these situations, it is possible for this symptom to be present without any fault codes … - IK0800688 Nov 5, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document is to notify the field of an issue with BCM that causes various electrical system concerns after the vehicle sits for 2-3 days. This can affect all LT, RH, MV, HV models, 2021MY and up HX, 2024MY and up CE Bus with BCM kernel version 752, 753,… - IK0600030 Dec 5, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document will guide the user through understanding Prop Shaft Codes and understanding the variations of prop codes. (Metric Prop codes start with the number a 4 and Non metric Prop codes start with a 2.) - IK0400174 Oct 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The copper air compressor discharge line with air dryer feature code 04VLE on Cummins L9 Series engines may crack and leak air due to engine vibration. This document will guide the user through the repair strategy to replace the hard copper line with a flex… - 25104 Aug 4, 2025 · Service Campaign
MODELS INVOLVED: International® MV™ Series trucks - IK3400001 Aug 28, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Title: Service Portal iKNow Feedback Case Types Applies To: All - IK1400005 Aug 25, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Title: Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures Applies To: All Vehicles - IK1900022 Jul 18, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Title: A/C Refrigerant and Oil Capacities Applies To: All current models - IK1200716 Jul 7, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Title: Engine Emission Label Replacement, Certificate of Conformance and Clean Idle Sticker Addition Procedure Applies To: All Navistar Powered Trucks Requesting Engine Emission Label Replacement, Certificate of Conformance and/or Clean Idle Sticker, Clean … - IK0900157 Jul 17, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Title: Fan belt replacement guidelines for frayed edges Applies To: All Models - IK0800684 Jun 27, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Title: Erratic BCM and RPM Behavior with Kernel 747-752 Applies To: All MV, HV, HX with RPM modules - IK0500054 Jun 4, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Title: Steering Gear Seal Repair Guidelines Applies To: Steering gears - IK2600069 May 20, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Title: How to Request a Horsepower Quote Applies To: All International and Cummins Electronic engines - IK0300078 May 9, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document reminds technicians of the critical relationship between the truck's suspension and the driveline operating angles. The information applies to diesel, gas, and electric vehicles. - IK1200716 Apr 24, 2025 · Emissions
Applies To: All Navistar Powered Trucks Requesting Engine Emission Label Replacement, Certificate of Conformance and/or Clean Idle Sticker, Clean Truck Check - IK2600279 Apr 29, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Switch Pack Programming Troubleshooting Information - IK0800679 Mar 27, 2025 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Title: Battery Disconnect Switch Replacement - Best Practices Applies To: All Models with Battery Disconnect Switch - IK1400023 Oct 8, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This article addresses chassis lean conditions on all chassis. This does not include any diagnostics for body leans such as a cab lean. Keep in mind that a chassis lean may cause or accentuate a cab lean. Filling out the printable form and using the notes i… - IK0900141 Aug 6, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document will guide a user to replace and reroute Charge Air Cooler (CAC) for vehicles built with the Cummins ISB and B6.7 engines. - iK1200101 Jul 3, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
The purpose of this document is to guide a user to resolve fault code 285 & 286 for Cummins engines. - 24110R1 Jul 26, 2024 · Service Campaign
Certain MV trucks may have an incorrect driveshaft installed in the vehicle that can cause a vibration that may be felt by the driver. - iK1500095 Jul 2, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document will provide the user with cleaning options and procedures for aluminum bright work parts that become stained or tarnished. - FSC 24110 Jul 2, 2024 · Service Campaign
Certain MV Series trucks may have an incorrect driveshaft installed in the vehicle that can cause a vibration that may be felt by the driver. - IK0400037 Apr 29, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document is to guide users to eliminate brake pedal rattle noise. - IK08000403 Apr 24, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document details the procedure that must be followed to ensure proper alternator troubleshooting. - IK0800482 Apr 24, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
This document covers battery diagnostics, maintenance and storage requirement. - IK0800503 Feb 21, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Cummins ISB Starting system diagnostics. - IK0800407 Feb 21, 2024 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Starter Diagnostics and warranty claim procedure; all engines EXCLUDING Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmission or PSI engine. - IK1600260 Nov 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tire Pressure Monitoring system; Feature Codes 16VLS, 16VUY, 16VVA, 16VVM, or 16VUZ - IK0800351 Nov 21, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
J1939 Data Link Source Address Information - IK2600069 Sep 7, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
How to request a horsepower quote; all International and Cummins engines - IK1201457 Sep 22, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Cummins B6.7 Grid Heater Relay - IK0400040 Sep 26, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
General Wheel Speed Sensor Troubleshooting - IK0300010 Sep 29, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Diagnosis of chassis wander complaints. - IK0800657 Aug 18, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Starter kicks out after 1 second on MV and HV with Cummins L9 Engines - IK0800351 Aug 14, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
J1939 Data Link Source Address Information - IKo800080 Aug 14, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting - IK0700120 Jun 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
QLS Emergency Calibration Revert Process - IK0800655 May 16, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
N2 telematics module not communicating with OCC systems. Only models built with feature codes 10ADT, 10AEY, 10AEU, 10AEZ, 10AGB, or 10AGC built from 04/04/2019 through 11/01/2022. - IK1201480 May 1, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Cummins B6.7 and L9 engines with codes 285 and 286 - IK0700120 May 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
QLS Emergency Calibration Revert Process - 22502 May 10, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Per agreement with EPA and CARB, Cummins, Inc. provided an emergency calibration for Cummins ISB, B6.7, ISL9, L9, and X15 engines when a DEF Quality Sensor (DQS) was not available. This action addressed the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Quality Sensor failures… - IK2300016 Apr 24, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Electric Vehicle high voltage battery diagnostics - IK1600260 Apr 25, 2023 · Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions
Tire Pressure Monitoring systems (TPMS); Only LT, RH, HV, HX, or MV series trucks with feature code 16VLS, 16VUY, 16VVA,16VUZ, or 16VVM
Source: NHTSA manufacturer communications files.