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Windshield Wiper Failure Leads to International Truck Recall

International is recalling nearly 15,000 trucks for a potential windshield wiper failure.

May 5, 2025
Windshield Wiper Failure Leads to International Truck Recall

An inoperative right-side windshield wiper may reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, which may increase the risk of a crash.

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International is recalling nearly 15,000 trucks for a potential windshield wiper failure.

The recall affects 14,786 2025-2026 International HV, HX, LT, MV, and RH vehicles. The linkage that connects the right-side wiper arm to the motor may separate, causing the wipers to fail.

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The suspect population includes:

  • HV series built Nov. 11, 2024 through April 9, 2025.

  • RH series built Nov. 11, 2024 thru March 28, 2025.

  • HX, LT and MV series built Nov. 11, 2024 thru April 8, 2025.

The wiper modules were made by Trico Products Inc.

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Dealers will replace the wiper module, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed June 23, 2025.

Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25505.

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

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