NHTSA recall 22V164000
Electrical system › 12v/24v/48v battery › Cables
International LT
Reported Mar 17, 20222,804 vehicles affectedNavistar, Inc.Maker’s number 22507
The defect
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2023 International LT vehicles equipped with a 1500W Purkeys inverter system. The positive battery cable may be incorrectly routed, causing it to chafe on the side skirt frame and become damaged.
The risk
A damaged battery cable can cause an electrical short, increasing the risk of a fire.
The remedy
Dealers will replace any damaged battery cables and install new inverter cable brackets and saddles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 16, 2022. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22507.