Recall 10V586 covers 46 2011 International 7300, 7400, and 7500 trucks with an incorrect steering draglink. Repair was completed free at franchised International dealers.
International is recalling 46 2011 7300, 7400, and 7500 vehicles under recall 10V586 because they were built with the wrong steering-system draglink. The wrong draglink can degrade steering feel and control and increase crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once International makes it available.
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What's wrong?
On 2011 International 7300, 7400, and 7500 trucks, the draglink is part of the steering linkage between the steering gear and the front axle. When the driver turns the wheel, the steering gear moves this link, and the link helps turn the front wheels in the same direction. The truck depends on that linkage matching the steering system it was built to use.
The recall says affected trucks were built with an incorrect steering system draglink. In plain terms, the part installed is not the specified link for that steering setup. Because the draglink transfers steering movement, the wrong part leaves the steering system outside its intended configuration and requires dealer correction with the proper part.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on a noise, warning light, or change in steering feel to decide whether a truck is included.
Who's affected?
Covers the 7300, 7400, and 7500 truck lines, all tied to the same steering gear component.
| 2011 International 7300 | steering gear |
|---|---|
| 2011 International 7400 | steering gear |
| 2011 International 7500 | steering gear |
| Units affected | 46 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Degraded steering feel and control increase the risk of a crash, including property damage, personal injury, or death. If steering feel changes, slow down, pull over when safe, and contact an International dealer before driving farther. Repair will be free at any franchised International dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 International 7300, 7400, or 7500 is included in this recall.
- Call International customer service at 1-800-448-7825 and reference recall number 10V586.
- Contact a franchised International dealer if your VIN shows an open recall, and ask them to confirm the free steering draglink, pitman arm, and steering-arm inspection were completed.
- Bring any prior steering repair records so the dealer can compare them with the recall repair history.
- Avoid operating the vehicle if steering feel or steering control changes before the recall status is confirmed.
What happens at the repair
International's filing says the affected vehicles have already been repaired, so no owner notification letter is planned for this campaign. The dealer process is to replace the steering draglink and pitman arm, then inspect the steering arm for damage and replace it if needed. Parts and labor are free under the recall. If you own one of these trucks and the repair status is unclear, ask an International dealer to confirm the recall completion for your VIN.
Timeline
| November 17, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 6, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V586?
Recall 10V586 covers 46 2011 International 7300, 7400, and 7500 trucks built with the wrong steering-system draglink. The defect can degrade steering feel and control, increasing crash risk. International dealers replace the steering draglink and pitman arm for free.
What should I do if my 2011 International 7300, 7400, or 7500 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 10V586. If it is, contact a franchised International dealer and reference recall 10V586. The dealer should confirm whether the draglink and pitman arm work was already completed.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and International's remedy says dealers replace the steering draglink and pitman arm free of charge. The dealer also inspects the steering arm and replaces it if needed.
Is it safe to drive with recall 10V586 open?
An open recall 10V586 means the truck has a steering defect tied to degraded steering feel and control. That condition increases crash risk, with potential property damage, personal injury, or death. Check your VIN and ask an International dealer whether the repair is complete.
Why did International not mail an owner letter for this recall?
International reported that all affected vehicles had already been repaired, so it did not issue an owner notification letter for campaign 10V586. If your VIN still shows an open recall, contact an International dealer or International customer support at 1-800-448-7825.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V586000 |
|---|---|
| International customer service | 1-800-448-7825 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V586 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V586000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →