Recall 15V693 affects 5 2016 International Prostar and Transtar trucks because reverse gear can stay engaged. Free repair at any franchised International dealer.
International is recalling 5 2016 Prostar and Transtar trucks with certain Eaton Fuller FR-Series 10-speed manual transmissions because reverse gear can stay engaged after the driver shifts out of reverse. The truck can unexpectedly move backward in neutral, increasing crash risk; International dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The 2016 International Prostar and Transtar trucks in this recall use an Eaton Fuller FR-Series 10-speed manual transmission. The shift lever tells the transmission which gear set to engage, and reverse is supposed to disengage cleanly when the driver moves the lever back to neutral or into a forward gear.
Inside the transmission, a spacer assembly is supposed to leave enough clearance for the main shaft key, a small locating piece that keeps parts aligned on the shaft. In the affected transmissions, the spacer does not provide that clearance. The key can move out of position, which lets the reverse gear slide along the main shaft and stay engaged after the lever has been moved out of reverse. If the driver then selects a forward gear, reverse and the forward gear can be engaged at the same time, causing the transmission to mechanically lock.
The warning sign is harder shifting around reverse. A driver can feel the need to use increased force when shifting into reverse or out of reverse.
Who's affected?
Covers two International truck lines from the 2016 model year, with the manual transmission as the shared component.
| 2016 International Prostar | manual transmission |
|---|---|
| 2016 International Transtar | manual transmission |
| Units affected | 5 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
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?
After reverse is selected and the transmission is shifted to neutral, the vehicle can move backward unexpectedly, increasing the risk of a crash. A harder shift into or out of reverse is the warning sign to take seriously. Use extra care when maneuvering and schedule the dealer inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised International dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2016 International Prostar or Transtar is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised International dealer to schedule the free transmission inspection and any needed repair or replacement for the reverse-gear engagement problem.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 15V693 when you call.
- Use extra care when shifting out of reverse until the repair is complete; confirm the truck is stopped before selecting a forward gear.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an International technician inspects the Eaton Fuller transmission. If the inspection finds an affected transmission, the dealer repairs it or replaces it. The recall repair is available now, and parts and labor are free of charge. International has a standard reimbursement plan on file for eligible transmission repairs paid before the recall notice. If you paid out of pocket for this condition, ask the service desk how to submit documentation under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| October 23, 2015 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| November 20, 2015 | Owner notification mailed |
| November 30, 2015 | Dealer notification began |
| November 30, 2015 | Dealer notification ended |
| November 30, 2015 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 15V693?
Recall 15V693 covers 5 2016 International Prostar and Transtar trucks with certain Eaton Fuller FR-Series 10-speed manual transmissions. The reverse gear can stay engaged after the shifter moves out of reverse. International dealers will inspect the transmission and repair or replace any affected unit for free.
What should I do if my 2016 International Prostar or Transtar is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 15V693. If it is, contact a franchised International dealer to schedule the transmission inspection. Reference recall number 15V693 and International recall number 15516 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 15V693, International dealers will inspect the transmission and repair or replace any affected transmission free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unexpected backward movement after the transmission has been shifted out of reverse into neutral. If the truck moves backward when the driver expects it to stay still, crash risk increases. If your VIN is included, schedule the free dealer inspection before relying on the truck in tight spaces.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/15V693000 |
|---|---|
| International customer service | 1-800-343-7357 |
| NHTSA recall # | 15V693 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 15V693000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 31, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →