Recall 18V289 affects 72 2017-2019 International Hx trucks for a misrouted brake line. Repair is free at any franchised International dealer.
International is recalling 72 2017-2019 Hx severe service diesel trucks because an air supply line for the roll stability valve was routed to the wrong brake control port. In a slippery-road oversteer event, the parking brakes can apply unintentionally, which increases the risk of loss of control and a crash; International dealers will correct the routing free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The 2017-2019 International Hx uses a dual air brake system, with ABS and electronic stability protection working together to help control braking and stability on a heavy severe service truck. The SR7 roll stability valve is part of that stability system. It uses air pressure signals to help the truck respond correctly when the system detects a roll stability concern.
On affected Hx trucks, the air supply line for the SR7 valve was connected to the wrong place on the ATR6 brake control valve. It was routed to the steer axle delivery port instead of the control port. Navistar traced the build issue to an engineering assembly drawing that did not match the brake schematic, so the truck was assembled with the wrong air-line path.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner is not told to expect a warning light, noise, pedal change, or other clear symptom before the brake and stability plumbing problem matters.
Who's affected?
Spans the 2017, 2018, and 2019 Hx truck, with both electronic stability control and air brake components listed.
| 2019 International Hx | Electronic stability control (esc) |
|---|---|
| 2019 International Hx | brake system |
| 2018 International Hx | Electronic stability control (esc) |
| 2018 International Hx | brake system |
| 2017 International Hx | Electronic stability control (esc) |
| 2017 International Hx | brake system |
| Units affected | 72 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
In slippery road conditions, a stability control oversteer event can unintentionally apply the parking brakes. That can cause loss of control and increase crash risk. There is no warning sign before the system acts, so schedule the recall repair soon and ask the dealer how to handle the truck until service. Repair is free at any franchised International dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2019 International Hx is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised International dealer to schedule the free SR7 supply-line reroute to the ATR6 control port, the repair for unintended parking brake modulation during slippery-road stability control events.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 18V289 when you call.
- Avoid slippery-road operation until the repair is complete when practical.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an International technician reroutes the SR7 roll stability valve supply line from the wrong brake control valve port to the ATR6 brake control valve control port. The repair is free under recall 18V289, and parts and labor are covered. If you already paid for a related brake line routing repair before the owner notice, the manufacturer's reimbursement plan applies. Follow the instructions included with the customer notification, and bring documentation for the prior repair so the service desk can route the claim correctly.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 3, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 12, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 2, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| July 2, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 2, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V289?
Recall 18V289 covers 72 2017-2019 International Hx severe service diesel trucks with an incorrectly routed air supply line for the SR7 roll stability valve. In slippery-road oversteer events, the defect can unintentionally modulate the parking brakes and increase crash risk.
What should I do if my 2017-2019 International Hx is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 18V289. If it is, contact a franchised International dealer to schedule the SR7 roll stability valve supply line rerouting. Reference recall number 18V289 or International recall 18504 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost. International dealers will reroute the SR7 roll stability valve supply line to the correct ATR6 brake control valve control port free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is loss of control during a stability control oversteer event on slippery roads. The incorrectly routed air supply line can cause unintended parking brake modulation, which increases crash risk. Have the dealer complete the free routing repair.
What if I bought my International Hx used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall coverage follows the VIN, not the original owner. Check your VIN to confirm whether your 2017-2019 International Hx is included, then call a franchised International dealer with recall 18V289 or International recall 18504.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V289000 |
|---|---|
| International customer service | 1-800-448-7825 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V289 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V289000 |
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 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →