NHTSA Campaign 26V459000

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY:CABLES

Issued by International Motors, LLC · Reported Jul 16, 2026 · 15,628 vehicles affected

What's wrong

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.

Consequence

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Remedy

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. International's number for this recall is 26510. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA Recall 25V534. Vehicles previously repaired under 25V534 will need the new remedy completed.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
INTERNATIONAL HV 2026 15,628
INTERNATIONAL HV 2027 15,628
INTERNATIONAL MV 2021 15,628
INTERNATIONAL MV 2023 15,628
INTERNATIONAL MV 2024 15,628
INTERNATIONAL MV 2025 15,628
INTERNATIONAL MV 2026 15,628
INTERNATIONAL MV 2027 15,628

Source: NHTSA Campaign 26V459000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.