NHTSA recall · Reported May 20, 2020
INTERNATIONAL 2019-2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 International CV vehicles. Due to a software error, the Antilock Braking System (ABS) malfunction indicator does not ligh…
International recalled Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 International CV vehicles. Due ….
INTERNATIONAL 2019-2020: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE was recalled by International in May 20, 2020. Reason: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 International CV vehicles. Due to a software error,…. Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will program the BCM software with a new calibra…. Verify recall #20V285000 with the NHTSA before acting.
The recall
International issued this NHTSA recall-Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 International CV vehicles. Due to a software error,….
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- May 20, 2020
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Sourced from official NHTSA enforcement records. Verify recall #20V285000 with the agency before acting. Full product description, hazard, remedy, and related recalls are below.
Recall Insight
The number of affected units is not disclosed in the agency filing, which is common for drug and food recalls where lot-level tracking supersedes unit counts. Distribution scope (see Distribution below) directly affects the consumer exposure window and determines whether a recall remains regional or escalates into a nationwide advisory. Consumers holding this product should act on the agency's documented remedy above rather than relying on general guidance.
Within the same product category the archive holds 6 closely related recalls, 3 from NHTSA - clustering in a narrow category often points to a systemic quality-control or supplier issue rather than a one-off defect. Always verify the recall number against the official agency record before acting.
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Product description
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 International CV vehicles. Due to a software error, the Antilock Braking System (ABS) malfunction indicator does not light when there is a loss of communication between the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) and the Body Control Module (BCM). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
Reason for recall
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2019-2020 International CV vehicles. Due to a software error, the Antilock Braking System (ABS) malfunction indicator does not light when there is a loss of communication between the Electronic Brake Control Module (EBCM) and the Body Control Module (BCM). As such, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 105, "Hydraulic and Electric Brake Systems."
Hazard
If the malfunction warning does not light, the driver may not be aware of an inoperative ABS or Automatic Traction Control (ATC) system, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy, what to do
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will program the BCM software with a new calibration, free of charge. This recall began July 20, 2020. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 20505.
Recall Profile
| Attribute | Value |
|---|---|
| Agency | National Highway Traffic Safety Administration |
| Severity class | Not classified by agency |
| Status | Active |
| Recall number | 20V285000 |
| Date reported | May 20, 2020 |
| Date initiated | May 20, 2020 |
| Recalling firm | International |
| Affected scope | Not disclosed |
| Distribution | United States |
| Official source | NHTSA notice → |
Profile values are sourced directly from the official NHTSA enforcement record. Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
What to do with this recall
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will program the BCM software with a new calibration, free of charge. This recall began…
- Check the recall number (20V285000) and product description against the item you own. Search the archive
- Confirm the current status and remedy on the official NHTSA notice before acting. NHTSA notice
- Follow the documented remedy (refund, replacement, repair, or disposal) rather than general advice. What to do next
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