2017 International LT
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
Have the VIN?
Vehicles › International › LT › 2017
These records cover every 2017 International LT. To see whether one car still needs a recall repair, decode its VIN or check it with NHTSA.
Recalls
6 recalls name the 2017 International LT. Newest first.
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2000-2003 International 8100, 2001-2003 International 9100i, 2001-2007 International 9400i, 2001-2010 International 9200i, 2002-2007, 2009 International 8500, 2003-2007, 2013 International 9900i, 2003-2018 International 8600, 2004, 2007 International 9900iX, 2008-2018 International ProStar, 2010-2011, 2013…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Low visibility or obstructed back up lights may not alert other drivers that the vehicle is backing up, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the existing rear stop/turn signal lights, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 06, 2024. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23514.
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 International LoneStar and 2016-2021 International LT vehicles. The cables that connect the batteries to the vehicle frame may become excessively hot, and in some cases, cause battery post separation.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Excessively hot battery ground cables may cause personal injury during battery maintenance repairs. In addition, a battery post that separates from the battery can result in an engine stall without warning, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the alternator positive and ground cables, and relocate the alternator ground to the starter, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 26, 2022. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22516.
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2021 International LoneStar and 2017-2021 International LT vehicles. The battery ground cable ring terminal at the frame connecting point may break, resulting in a loss of electrical power and unintended engine shutdown without warning.
Risk and remedy
Risk
An unexpected engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the battery ground cable, free of charge. The recall began on April 16, 2021. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 21501.
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2020 International LT and 2017-2018 Prostar 73-inch sleeper cab models equipped with feature code 07BKP or 07BKR (exhaust system with horizontal after treatment device and horizontal tailpipe mounted on right side). In the affected vehicles, the rear exhaust hanger bracket may crack, which can cause the…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the exhaust tail pipe detaches from the vehicle while being driven, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the rear exhaust hanger bracket and replace any forward bracket found cracked and any exhaust tailpipe found damaged, free of charge. The recall began April 23, 2019. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 19501.
Truck-Lite Company, LLC (Truck-Lite) is recalling certain right-hand incandescent halogen headlights, part numbers Truck-Lite 27628C, 27628C7, Navistar 4049970C91, 4049970C92, 4049970C93, and 4049970C94, for installation on Navistar International LT-series trucks. The headlights may have incorrect "VOL" markings when they should be marked as "VOR." These…
Risk and remedy
Risk
If the headlights have incorrect markings, when they are replaced, the headlights may be aimed incorrectly, decreasing visibility and increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Truck-Lite will notify owners and will send them a "DOT VOR" label to install, free of charge. The recall began November 26, 2018. Owners may contact International Trucks Customer Service Center at 1-800-448-7825.
Navistar Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2018 International LT, 2016-2017 International ProStar, 2017-2018 International LoneStar and International RH heavy diesel trucks. The air dryer mounting bracket may fracture, causing air system leaks or a loss of air pressure to the brake system.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A loss of brake air pressure could lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the air dryer mounting bracket, free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2017. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for the recall is 17502.
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 11010428This 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 in blue will help you to determine the source of the lean and identify the action and parts required to correct the lean.
- 11010426This document will guide the user through reviewing a regeneration file, confirming it was completed properly, and determining what may be keeping it fromcompleting properly.
- 11008340This document is used to help guide through fault codes.
- 11006679This document will guide the user how to addresses chassis lean conditions on all chassis.
- 11002889This document will provide the user with cleaning options and procedures for aluminum bright work parts that become stained or tarnished.
- 11002887The purpose of this article is to describe all aspects of the A26 connecting rod replacement repair processes.
- 11000886Update to International Preventative Maintenance
- 11000884This document will guide the user on what to do when they receive a fault code after programming an ECM on A 26A engines
- 10254008Certain International vehicles built with A26 engines does meet the emission requirements for J1939-Stationary Test
- 10253979This document is to guide users to eliminate brake pedal rattle noise.
- 10253970This document details the procedure that must be followed to ensure proper alternator troubleshooting.
- 10253960This document covers battery diagnostics, maintenance and storage requirement.
- 10251416LT & RH aftertreatment PDM F2 fuse falling out or cracking.
- 10251414Starter Diagnostics and warranty claim procedure; all engines EXCLUDING Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmission or PSI engine.
- 10249783A26 & S13 Fuel Gelling
- 10248308Aftertreatment PDM F2 fuse falling out or cracking.
- 10248306Corroded TPMS Receiver / Repeater Module Connectors; only models equipped with feature code 16VLS or 16VVM
- 10246231J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
- 10244926Rebuilding Cylinder Heads on Certain MaxxForce 11/13, N13, and A26 engines; 2010 to present.
- 10244924A26 and S13 Fuel Gelling; only vehicles equipped with International A26 or S13 engines
- 10244920No Idle HVAC run time shorter than expected - Bregstrom; Only Sleeper cab models with feature code 16UZL or 16VLN.
- 10243610How to request a horsepower quote; all International and Cummins engines
- 10243596General Wheel Speed Sensor Troubleshooting
- 10243595Diagnosis of chassis wander complaints.
- 10241555J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
- 10241554J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
- 10240193Snap-On torque wrench requirement for all big bore engine connecting rod bolts; A26, MaxxForce 13, N13 engines
- 10238861Removal and Installation of the Air Cleaner Assembly Cover and Air Filters; All Engines and only HX and LT series trucks with feature code 012VCB or 012VBZ Air Cleaner Assembly
- 10238860Fifth Wheel Unlock - Trailer Lamp Detection Calibration. Only models equipped with BCM feature code 597017
- 10238858QLS Emergency Calibration Revert Process
- 10238857This Emissions Recall applies to truck models for which, per agreement with EPA and CARB, Navistar, Inc. provided an emergency calibration for International A26 engines when a DEF Quality Sensor (DQS) was not available. This action addressed the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Quality Sensor failures in the field and the unavailability of parts due to the worldwide chip shortage. This recall is step two of this program designed to revert all affected vehicles back to the certified calibration and to provide them with the latest improved DQS and Coolant Control Valve (CCV) designs. Additionally, the emergency calibration and the restoration to the certified calibration with the latest improved DQS and Coolant Control Valve (CCV) designs have no effect on vehicle Emissions.
- 10237468New air compressor incorporates an oil feed dowel O-ring. Only models equipped with 2010 and newer MaxxForce 11/13 engines, all N13, and A26 engines
- 10236044Hood guide installation
- 10236043Tire Pressure Monitoring systems (TPMS); Only LT, RH, HV, HX, or MV series trucks with feature code 16VLS, 16VUY, 16VVA,16VUZ, or 16VVM
- 10236042New Air compressor Incorporates an oil feed dowel O-ring; only models built with MaxxForce 11/13, N13, or A26 Engines
- 10236040Auto Start Stop Information and troubleshooting; Only LT with feature code 08TSJ
- 10234021Rebuilding cylinder heads on certain EPA 2010 MaxxForce 11/13, N13, and A26 Engines
- 10234015Cummins Programming guide and fault codes285 & 265; only vehicles built with Cummins B6.7, X15, or L9 engines
- 10234009LT Truck headlight harness inspection and repair; only units built prior to 04/11/2022
- 10234007Telematics installation guidelines - Only units with 500K data link
Every International LT model year
Bars are owner complaints, dots mark years with recalls. Select a year to open its report.