Recall 22V428 affects 33,655 2022-2023 International trucks and buses for steering gears that can fracture. Repair is free at any franchised International dealer.
International is recalling 33,655 2022-2023 Hv, Hx, Lt, Rh, Lonestar, Workstar, Mv, and Tc vehicles because steering gears were assembled incorrectly and can fracture. A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk; International dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The steering gear on these 2022-2023 International trucks and Tc buses turns driver input at the steering wheel into movement at the front wheels. Inside the gear, recirculating balls help the mechanism move smoothly under heavy load, so the driver can steer a loaded truck or bus with controlled effort.
On affected vehicles, the steering gear was assembled with too few recirculating balls. That assembly error leaves the internal gear parts carrying load they were not designed to carry, and the gear can fracture. Once that happens, steering effort increases and the driver can have reduced steering control.
Before the internal fracture, the driver can feel the steering become strained or harder than normal. There is no audible or visual warning sign before failure, so a change in steering feel is the practical clue to report to an International dealer.
Who's affected?
Spans 8 model lines across the 2022 and 2023 model years, all tied to the steering system.
| 2023 International Hv | steering system |
|---|---|
| 2022 International Hx | steering system |
| 2022 International Lt | steering system |
| 2022 International Rh | steering system |
| 2022 International Lonestar | steering system |
| 2022 International Hv | steering system |
| 2023 International Lt | steering system |
| 2023 International Hx | steering system |
| 2023 International Rh | steering system |
| 2022 International Workstar | steering system |
| 2023 International Lonestar | steering system |
| 2022 International Mv | steering system |
| 2023 International Mv | steering system |
| 2022 Ic Bus Tc | steering system |
| 2023 Ic Bus Tc | steering system |
| Units affected | 33,655 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control and increase the risk of a crash. The driver can feel strained steering before failure, but there is no audible or visual warning. Schedule the inspection and needed replacement soon. Repair is free at any franchised International dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 International Hv, Hx, Lt, Rh, Lonestar, Workstar, Mv, or Tc vehicle is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised International dealer to schedule the free steering-gear serial-number inspection and any needed steering-gear replacement.
- Bring the recall notice if International has mailed one. If not, reference recall number 22V428 when you call.
- Avoid unnecessary trips until the inspection and any needed steering-gear replacement are complete.
- Call International customer service at 1-800-448-7825 with questions and reference International recall 22513.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an International technician checks the steering gear serial numbers and replaces any steering gear covered by the recall. The inspection, replacement parts, and labor are free under the recall. Navistar's reimbursement plan applies for owners who paid for a related repair before the recall notice. If you already paid out of pocket, follow the reimbursement instructions in the customer notification and keep your repair paperwork for the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| June 16, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| August 18, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| August 18, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| August 18, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| August 18, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| November 21, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V428?
Recall 22V428 covers 33,655 2022-2023 International Hv, Hx, Lt, Rh, Lonestar, Workstar, Mv, and Tc vehicles with steering gears that were assembled incorrectly. A fractured steering gear can cause loss of steering control and increase crash risk. International dealers inspect the steering gear serial numbers and replace affected gears for free.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 International Hv, Hx, Lt, Rh, Lonestar, Workstar, Mv, or Tc is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 22V428. If it is, contact a franchised International dealer to schedule the steering gear serial number inspection. The dealer will replace the steering gear as needed for free. Reference recall number 22V428 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and International dealers will inspect the steering gear serial numbers and replace affected steering gears free of charge.
What is the safety risk in recall 22V428?
The safety risk is loss of steering control. The steering gear was assembled incorrectly and can fracture, which increases crash risk. Confirm your VIN, then arrange the free dealer inspection and steering gear replacement if your vehicle is included.
When were owners notified about recall 22V428?
International mailed interim owner notification letters on August 18, 2022. The remedy is available, so owners with included VINs can contact a franchised International dealer for the steering gear inspection and any needed replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V428000 |
|---|---|
| International customer service | 1-800-448-7825 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V428 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V428000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notice (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →