NHTSA recall, , Park outside
International HV (2026-2027) and International MV (2021, 2023-2027)
The battery interconnect cable may contact the auxiliary stud and hold down bracket, causing a short circuit and increasing the risk of a fire.
Summary by Recall Canary from the NHTSA notice
What happened
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2021, 2023-2027 MV, and 2026-2027 HV vehicles. The battery interconnect cable may contact the auxiliary stud and hold down bracket, causing a short circuit, which increases the risk of a fire. The recall affects 15,628 vehicles nationwide and was reported to NHTSA on July 16, 2026.
Dealers will install plastic saddles onto the positive interconnect cable, install wind laces and a J-bolt between each battery, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 8, 2026. Owners will receive another notice once the remedy becomes available. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA Recall 25V534, and vehicles previously repaired under 25V534 will need the new remedy completed.
What to do
If you own a vehicle in this recall:
- Check your VIN (vehicle identification number) at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
- Dealers will install plastic saddles onto the positive interconnect cable, install wind laces and a J-bolt between each battery, free of charge.
- Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 8, 2026. You will receive another notice once remedy becomes available. You may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26510.
- Look for the owner letter. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 8, 2026.
What you get Free repair
Full text from NHTSA
Dealers will install plastic saddles onto the positive interconnect cable, install wind laces and a J-bolt between each battery, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed September 8, 2026. Owners will receive another notice once remedy becomes available. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26510. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA Recall 25V534. Vehicles previously repaired under 25V534 will need the new remedy completed.
Is your International affected?
2 models
These models and years may be affected.
- HV, model years
- MV, model years
Your VIN confirms it. Find the 17-character VIN on the driver's side of the dashboard or on your registration card.
Check your VIN on nhtsa.gov (opens in a new tab)Recall details
- Reported to NHTSA
- Sold in
- Nationwide
- Manufacturer
- International Motors, LLC
- Component
- Fire risk when parked
- Risk
Park outside
NHTSA says to park it outside, away from buildings, until it is repaired: it can catch fire even when parked.
NHTSA warning · How risk is rated
- Campaign
- 26V459000
- Vehicles affected
- 15,628
- Repair cost
- Free of charge
- Manufacturer's recall number
- 26510
- Manufacturer phone
- 1-800-448-7825
All recalls from International Motors, LLC
Timeline
Reported to NHTSA
Listed on Recall Canary
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