Recall 19V233 covers 1 2005 International 1652SC vehicle with a CNG valve defect that can release CNG. The free remedy is an upgrade kit.
International is recalling 1 2005 1652SC compressed natural gas vehicle because the CNG tank valve snap ring can fail if the knob is turned too far, allowing the valve stem to eject. The ejected stem can injure people nearby, and released CNG increases fire risk; International dealers will complete the repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The CNG tank valve on the 2005 International 1652SC controls the flow of compressed natural gas from the fuel tank. A manual knob opens or closes the valve by hand. The Luxfer One-Turn valve is designed to work with one rotation, so the knob does not need a tool or extra force.
On this vehicle, 2 CNG tanks were installed with the valve in question. If the knob is forced past its one-turn design, the manual mechanism can be over-torqued. That extra force can damage the valve, cause the snap ring to fail, and let the valve stem forcibly eject from the valve body.
The warning sign is a knob that feels harder to turn than the knob on an undamaged valve. If the knob feels unusually stiff, stop forcing it and have the CNG tank valve inspected before using that valve again.
Who's affected?
| 2005 International 1652SC | fuel system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 1 |
| 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 this recall applies to your specific vehicle.
What's the safety risk?
A damaged valve can forcibly eject the stem, increasing injury risk for anyone nearby. Unintended CNG release also increases fire risk. If the valve knob is harder to turn than an undamaged valve, stop using that valve and arrange service. Repair is free at any franchised International dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2005 International 1652SC is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised International dealer to schedule the free upgrade-kit repair for the Luxfer One-Turn CNG tank valves, which keeps the valve stem secured.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 19V233 when you call.
- Avoid turning the CNG tank valve knob more than one turn until the repair is complete.
- Call International customer service at 1-949-667-2673 with questions about the upgrade kit.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an International technician uses the supplied upgrade kit to address the recalled CNG tank valve issue. The kit and recall repair are free. International has already notified the owner identified for campaign 19V233. A general reimbursement plan is on file for documented out-of-pocket repairs tied to this recall. If you already paid for related valve work before the recall repair, contact customer service and ask how to submit the repair paperwork under that plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
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Timeline
| March 25, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
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| March 27, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| March 27, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V233?
Recall 19V233 covers 1 2005 International 1652SC compressed natural gas vehicle with CNG tanks equipped with Luxfer One-Turn valves. If the valve knob is turned more than one turn, the snap ring can fail, the valve stem can eject, and CNG can release. The remedy is a free upgrade kit.
What should I do if my 2005 International 1652SC is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 19V233. If it is, contact International service or the recall customer service line at 1-949-667-2673 and reference recall 19V233. The owner was notified, and the upgrade kit is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect remedy at no cost, and the recall remedy for 19V233 is a free upgrade kit. Parts tied to this recall are covered, and the owner notification began on March 27, 2019.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is injury from the valve stem ejecting and fire risk from an unintended CNG release. The problem involves the Luxfer One-Turn valve on the CNG tank. If your VIN is included, arrange the free upgrade kit before using or servicing the valve.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V233000 |
|---|---|
| International customer service | 1-949-667-2673 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V233 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V233000 |
Source documents
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 →