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2025 International HV, 2025 International HX, 2025 International LT and 1 other model Recall: Steering gear sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which…

NHTSA campaign 24V164000 · Steering · filed Feb 29, 2024 · verified Sep 14, 2026

Units reported
272
Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Risk
Crash / injury
Owner letters
Mailing began Sep 30, 2024

The defect

Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2025 International HV, HX, LT, and MV vehicles. The steering gear sector shaft may have been improperly heat-treated, which can cause the gear teeth to crack or fracture.

The risk

Fractured steering gear teeth can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Check whether your specific vehicle is affected

Recall campaigns often cover only certain VIN ranges. Enter your VIN on the official NHTSA site to confirm whether your vehicle is included and whether the repair is still open.

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The fix — what to do

Dealers will replace the steering gears, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2024. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 24505.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

Related recalls

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Source: NHTSA recall database, campaign 24V164000 (manufacturer number 24505). Data last verified Sep 14, 2026.