International MV, HV Vehicles Recall
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International Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2021-2027 MV and 2026-2027 HV vehicles due to a battery cable short circuit risk that may cause a fire.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on August 6, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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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 Products Are Affected
The recall affects 125,024 units of the following vehicles:
- 2021, 2023-2027 INTERNATIONAL MV
- 2026-2027 INTERNATIONAL HV This recall replaces and expands NHTSA Recall 25V534. NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V459000. International's number for this recall is 26510.
What You Should Do
Dealers will install plastic saddles onto the positive interconnect cable and, as necessary, install wind laces and a J-bolt between each battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 14, 2026. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Vehicles previously repaired under 25V534 will need the new remedy completed.
Why This Matters
A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number 26V459000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov)
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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