Recall 11V119 covers 2,101 2009-2011 International Durastar trucks for a transmission park-pawl defect. Repair is free at any franchised International dealer.
International is recalling 2,101 2009-2011 Durastar trucks because the transmission park pawl does not engage when the cab shift lever is placed in Park. That failure can let the truck move unexpectedly and without warning, with risk of property damage, injury, or death; International dealers will complete the repair free of charge once it is available.
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What's wrong?
The park pawl in a 2009-2011 International Durastar is the transmission lock that holds the truck when the driver selects Park. It is a metal locking piece inside the transmission, separate from the service brakes and parking brake. When it engages, it keeps the transmission output from turning while the truck is parked.
On affected Durastar trucks, the cab shift lever can be placed in Park without the park pawl actually engaging inside the transmission. The truck then appears to be in Park from the driver's seat, but the transmission lock is not set. The defect is in that handoff between the shifter position and the mechanical lock inside the transmission.
There is no warning sign before failure. The shift lever showing Park does not prove that the transmission has locked, so owners should treat any unusual movement after selecting Park as a serious sign to stop and secure the truck.
Who's affected?
Covers the 2009, 2010, and 2011 Durastar model years, all tied to the manual transmission shift pattern indicator.
| 2009 International Durastar | manual transmission |
|---|---|
| 2010 International Durastar | manual transmission |
| 2011 International Durastar | manual transmission |
| Units affected | 2,101 |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
An affected Durastar can move unexpectedly and without warning, creating a risk of property damage, personal injury, or death. Keep the parking area clear, set the parking brake, and ask an International dealer when the recall work is available for your VIN. Repair will be free at any franchised International dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2011 International Durastar is included in this recall.
- Wait for International's owner notice if your dealer says the remedy is not open.
- Contact a franchised International dealer and ask about the free retaining-bar repair that keeps the transmission idler shaft from moving and helps the Park position hold the truck.
- Bring the recall notice if International mailed one. If not, reference recall number 11V119 when you call.
- Set the parking brake every time you park until the repair is complete, and avoid parking on steep grades.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an International technician installs a retaining bar on the end of the transmission idler shaft. That bar is meant to keep the shaft from moving, so the transmission park pawl can engage when the cab shift lever is placed in park. Call an International dealer first to confirm the repair is open before bringing the truck in. The dealer repair will be free once available.
Timeline
| February 16, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| February 25, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V119?
Recall 11V119 covers 2,101 2009-2011 International Durastar trucks with a transmission park pawl that fails to engage when the cab shifter is placed in Park. The truck can move unexpectedly without warning. International dealers install a retaining bar on the transmission idler shaft for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2011 International Durastar is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 11V119. If it is, contact a franchised International dealer to schedule the transmission retaining-bar repair. Reference recall number 11V119 when you call. The dealer repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. International's remedy states that dealers will install the retaining bar free of charge. Federal recall law also requires the manufacturer to repair covered safety defects at no cost at a franchised dealer.
Is it safe to drive my International Durastar before the repair?
The recall does not include a do-not-drive instruction, but NHTSA campaign 11V119 describes a truck that can move unexpectedly when shifted into Park. Until the free repair is complete, use the parking brake, follow fleet safety procedures, and ask an International dealer about service before use.
What if I bought my International Durastar used?
The free recall repair still applies. Federal recall law follows the vehicle, not the first owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific Durastar is included, then reference recall number 11V119 when you call a franchised International dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V119000 |
|---|---|
| International customer service | 1-800-448-7825 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V119 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V119000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (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 →