2020 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR
3 recalls, 2 complaints - 137 TSBs
25V817000 Nov 25, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2016 7600, 2016-2023 Lonestar, 2018 8600, 2018-2023 LT, 2021-2026 MV, 2022-2023 RH, 2023-2026 HX, and 2025-2026 HV vehicles. Electrical noise and low signal to the power line carrier may cause the ECU to incorrectly process commands or s... Read more
Consequence
Safety systems that depend on the ECU, such as Automatic Traction Control, ABS, Electronic Stability Control, Active Cruise Control, and Collison Mitigation System, may have diminished or lost functionality, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
International will work with Bendix to reprogram the ECU, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 19, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25525. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in... Read more
22V546000 Jul 28, 2022
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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 ... Read more
21V079000 Feb 17, 2021
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES
Defect Description
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.
Consequence
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.
Complaint Statistics
2 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| ENGINE | 1 |
| FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | 1 |
ENGINE
Aug 4, 2025
Incident date: Apr 14, 2025
At approximately 67,180 miles, a Ford dealership performed a multi-point inspection on my 2018 Ford Fusion SE with the 1.5L EcoBoost engine due to a check engine light on. The Ford dealership diagnosed the vehicle with a coolant intrusion into cylinder 2. The Ford dealership recommended the replacem... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Aug 4, 2025
Incident date: Apr 14, 2025
At approximately 67,180 miles, a Ford dealership performed a multi-point inspection on my 2018 Ford Fusion SE with the 1.5L EcoBoost engine due to a check engine light on. The Ford dealership diagnosed the vehicle with a coolant intrusion into cylinder 2. The Ford dealership recommended the replacem... Read more
Technical Service Bulletins, 2020 INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR
137 manufacturer communications from 71 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 32 |
| 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | 26 |
| 160000 STRUCTURE | 14 |
| 350000 EQUIPMENT | 11 |
| 010000 STEERING | 6 |
| 100000 POWER TRAIN | 5 |
| 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY | 5 |
| 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL | 3 |
IK0400037
Apr 29, 2024
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
This document is to guide users to eliminate brake pedal rattle noise.
FSC 24104
Apr 29, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Certain LoneStar may have an intake air filter that does meet quality standards.
IK0800482
Apr 24, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This document covers battery diagnostics, maintenance and storage requirement.
IK08000403
Apr 24, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This document details the procedure that must be followed to ensure proper alternator troubleshooting.
IK0200013
Feb 21, 2024
010000 STEERING
Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment.
IK0200013
Feb 21, 2024
020000 SUSPENSION
Suggested alignment target values when performing a vehicle axle alignment.
IK0800407
Feb 21, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Starter Diagnostics and warranty claim procedure; all engines EXCLUDING Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmission or PSI engine.
IK0800407
Feb 21, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Starter Diagnostics and warranty claim procedure; all engines EXCLUDING Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmission or PSI engine.
IK0800351
Nov 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
IK1600260
Nov 16, 2023
199000 TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS
Tire Pressure Monitoring system; Feature Codes 16VLS, 16VUY, 16VVA, 16VVM, or 16VUZ
IK1600260
Nov 16, 2023
200000 WHEELS
Tire Pressure Monitoring system; Feature Codes 16VLS, 16VUY, 16VVA, 16VVM, or 16VUZ
IK0300010
Sep 29, 2023
010000 STEERING
Diagnosis of chassis wander complaints.
IK0300010
Sep 29, 2023
020000 SUSPENSION
Diagnosis of chassis wander complaints.
IK0400040
Sep 26, 2023
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
General Wheel Speed Sensor Troubleshooting
IK2600069
Sep 7, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
How to request a horsepower quote; all International and Cummins engines
IKo800080
Aug 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
IK0800351
Aug 14, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
IK1900272
Jul 7, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
Potential A/C Compressor Parts shortage - 4158126C1 (A/C compressor)
IK1900272
Jul 7, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Potential A/C Compressor Parts shortage - 4158126C1 (A/C compressor)
IK0800652
Jun 27, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Fifth Wheel Unlock - Trailer Lamp Detection Calibration. Only models equipped with BCM feature code 597017
IK0800652
Jun 27, 2023
210000 TRAILER HITCHES
Fifth Wheel Unlock - Trailer Lamp Detection Calibration. Only models equipped with BCM feature code 597017
IK0700120
Jun 16, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
QLS Emergency Calibration Revert Process
IK0800655
May 16, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
N2 telematics module not communicating with OCC systems. Only models built with feature codes 10ADT, 10AEY, 10AEU, 10AEZ, 10AGB, or 10AGC built from 04/04/2019 through 11/01/2022.
IK0800655
May 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
N2 telematics module not communicating with OCC systems. Only models built with feature codes 10ADT, 10AEY, 10AEU, 10AEZ, 10AGB, or 10AGC built from 04/04/2019 through 11/01/2022.
22502
May 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Per agreement with EPA and CARB, Cummins, Inc. provided an emergency calibration for Cummins ISB, B6.7, ISL9, L9, and X15 engines when a DEF Quality Sensor (DQS) was not available. This action addressed the Diesel Exhaust Fluid (DEF) Qualit
IK0700120
May 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
QLS Emergency Calibration Revert Process
IK1200101
Mar 23, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Cummins Programming guide and fault codes285 & 265; only vehicles built with Cummins B6.7, X15, or L9 engines
IK0800554
Mar 21, 2023
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Telematics installation guidelines - Only units with 500K data link
IK0800554
Mar 21, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Telematics installation guidelines - Only units with 500K data link
IK0800554
Mar 21, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Telematics installation guidelines - Only units with 500K data link
IK0800554
Mar 21, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Telematics installation guidelines - Only units with 500K data link
IK0800407
Mar 15, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Starter diagnostics and warranty claim procedure for all engines and all chassis EXCLUDING vehicles equipped with PSI engines or Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmissions
IK0800407
Mar 15, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Starter diagnostics and warranty claim procedure for all engines and all chassis EXCLUDING vehicles equipped with PSI engines or Cummins ISB engine with Allison transmissions
IK0700115
Jan 10, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
QLS Emergency ECM Calibration; only models equipped with Cummins B6.7, X15, L9, or International A26 engines
IK0800351
Nov 16, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data link source address information
IK1201472
Sep 29, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Pico Scope CCOS (Crankcase Separator Test)
22516
Sep 21, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
During high electrical demand, the cables that ground the batteries to the vehicle frame can carry the full system current and may result in excessively hot battery ground cables and in some cases, battery post separation. Only trucks equip
IK1600261
Sep 9, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Cab Components That Reduce Wheel End Vibration Complaints
IK0800605
Aug 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PicoScope Test 5V & 12V Intermittent Open and Short circuit diagnostics
IK0800610
Aug 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PicoScope Test Resistance and Ohmmeter
IK0800609
Aug 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PicoScope Test for Datalink (CAN) Health Shorts & opens
IK0800611
Aug 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PicoScope Wheel Speed Sensor Test
IK0800607
Aug 23, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PicoScope Test - Battery Loss of Charge - Parasitic Draw Test
IK1201469
Aug 23, 2022
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
PicoScope Test One Channel RCT
IK1600261
Aug 23, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Cab Components That Reduce Wheel End Vibration Complaints. NOTE: Lonestar Day Cab Only
IK1600261
Aug 23, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Cab Components That Reduce Wheel End Vibration Complaints. NOTE: Lonestar Day Cab Only
IK1600261
Aug 23, 2022
200000 WHEELS
Cab Components That Reduce Wheel End Vibration Complaints. NOTE: Lonestar Day Cab Only
IK1900268
Jun 22, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Side mounted cab extender fins that provide more flexibility during trailer contact.
IK1900268
Jun 22, 2022
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
Side mounted cab extender fins that provide more flexibility during trailer contact.
IK1900268
Jun 22, 2022
160100 STRUCTURE:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Side mounted cab extender fins that provide more flexibility during trailer contact.
IK1600131
Jun 14, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Cab water leak trouble shooting tips
IK1600131
Jun 14, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Cab water leak trouble shooting tips
IK1600131
Mar 23, 2022
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Cab water leak troubleshooting tips; HX with steel cab only
IK1600131
Mar 23, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Cab water leak troubleshooting tips; HX with steel cab only
IK1600251
Mar 17, 2022
160000 STRUCTURE
Water leaks past plastic vapor barrier sheet in the inner cavity of the cab entry door
IK0800351
Feb 10, 2022
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
IK0800351
Feb 10, 2022
350000 EQUIPMENT
J1939 Data Link Source Address Information
IK0700115
Nov 18, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
QLS Emergency Calibration; Models equipped with 2016 and newer Cummins B6.7, X15 and L9 engines or International A26 engine.
IK0800080
Nov 2, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
J1939 Data Link Troubleshooting
IK1000003
Nov 2, 2021
010000 STEERING
Power Steering Diagnostics Flow / Pressure Specifications For Power Steering Gears and Power Steering Pumps
IK0700115
Oct 22, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
QLS Emergency Calibration; Models with 2016 Cummins ISX, A26 and EPA 2017 and newer Cummins X15, L9, or B6.7 engines
IK2600251
Oct 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
How to obtain As built parameter list
IK2600254
Oct 14, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
New or replacement body control Module (BC,BCM) not detected; Gen 4 BCM
IK0700115
Sep 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
QLS Emergency Calibration. Only models with EPA 2017 and newer Cummins X15, L9, or B6.7 engines
IK0700115
Sep 30, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
QLS Emergency Calibration. Only models with EPA 2017 and newer Cummins X15, L9, or B6.7 engines
IK0700115
Sep 30, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
QLS Emergency Calibration. Only models with EPA 2017 and newer Cummins X15, L9, or B6.7 engines
IK0700115
Sep 30, 2021
117210 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:INSTRUMENT PANEL:FUEL GAUGE:FUEL LEVEL FLOAT/SENSOR/SENDING UNIT
QLS Emergency Calibration. Only models with EPA 2017 and newer Cummins X15, L9, or B6.7 engines
IK1201299
Sep 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Engine Oil Capacities. All International electronic engines 1994 to present and Cummins ISB, ISM, or ISX engines
IK1201299
Sep 30, 2021
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Engine Oil Capacities. All International electronic engines 1994 to present and Cummins ISB, ISM, or ISX engines
IK1201391
Aug 30, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Snap-On torque wrench requirement for all big bore engine connecting rod bolt(s).
IK1600131
Aug 10, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Cab water leak troubleshooting tips
IK0400040
Jul 19, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
General wheel speed sensor troubleshooting
IK0400040
Jul 19, 2021
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
General wheel speed sensor troubleshooting
IK0700112
Jun 4, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Aftertreatment Clamp Corrosion; Single Can Aftertreatment Systems
21501R1
May 5, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The battery ground cable may break at the frame connection resulting in loss of electrical power and unintended engine shut down without warning.
21501R1
May 5, 2021
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
The battery ground cable may break at the frame connection resulting in loss of electrical power and unintended engine shut down without warning.
IK1900259
May 3, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Day cab roof air deflector causing loud vibration noise at highway speed
IK0800593
Apr 22, 2021
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Radio clock changes time automatically; Only vehicles built after March 2020 and excluding CV
21501
Apr 16, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The battery ground cable may break at the frame connection resulting in loss of electrical power and unintended engine shut down without warning. Unintended engine shut down without warning may result in a vehicle being stalled on the side
IK0100051
Mar 15, 2021
160000 STRUCTURE
Frame Rail Straightness Inspection Procedure
IK0500038
Mar 15, 2021
010000 STEERING
Steering Shake, Shimmy, Shudder, Wobble, Steering Vibration; only models built with 14K weight rated axles or lower
21102
Feb 19, 2021
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The air filter elements may debond resulting in dirt entering the engine intake.
IK0800590
Feb 3, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Programming Procedure for Center Panel Switch Packs
IK0800590
Feb 3, 2021
350000 EQUIPMENT
Programming Procedure for Center Panel Switch Packs
20905
Jan 29, 2021
100000 POWER TRAIN
Recalibrate Transmission Control Unit (TCU) software to improve Linear Clutch Actuator (LCA) performance and mitigate possible transmission service lamp and / or no gear engagement from neutral.
IK0800590
Jan 29, 2021
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Programming Procedure for Center Panel Switch Packs
IK1500074
Nov 17, 2020
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Fuel Filters, Winter Additives, and Blending Fuels for CumminsA? Engines
IK1500074
Nov 17, 2020
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
Fuel Filters, Winter Additives, and Blending Fuels for CumminsA? Engines
IK1500074
Nov 17, 2020
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Fuel Filters, Winter Additives, and Blending Fuels for CumminsA? Engines
IK1500074
Nov 17, 2020
092300 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:FUEL FILTER
Fuel Filters, Winter Additives, and Blending Fuels for CumminsA? Engines
IK1600233
Oct 9, 2020
160000 STRUCTURE
Cab Lean Concern
IK1600233
Oct 9, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Cab Lean Concern
IK1600233
Oct 9, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Cab Lean Concern
IK0800560
Aug 31, 2020
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Dielectric Grease Change
IK0800560
Aug 31, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Dielectric Grease Change
IK0800560
Aug 31, 2020
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Dielectric Grease Change
IK1400005
Aug 25, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures
IK1400005
Aug 25, 2020
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
Driveline Information Center and Troubleshooting Procedures
20105
Aug 18, 2020
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The telematics module may not a??call home,a?? resulting in an inability to perform over-the-air programming.
20105
Aug 18, 2020
346000 COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
The telematics module may not a??call home,a?? resulting in an inability to perform over-the-air programming.
Showing 100 of 137 bulletins.
INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR across all model years (2008, 2024).
103
Total Recalls
9
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
INTERNATIONAL LONESTAR - Year by Year
Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.