Recall 25V806 affects 11,418 2023-2026 International Rh and Lt vehicles for an auto-neutral defect. Repair will be free at any franchised International dealer once available.
International is recalling 11,418 2023-2026 Rh and Lt vehicles under recall 25V806 because the auto neutral function can fail to recognize that the parking brake is set. The transmission can stay in gear and let the vehicle move unexpectedly, so the dealer repair will be free once International opens it.
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What's wrong?
The quick release valve in the air brake system helps vent air from the parking brake circuit when the driver pulls the dash valve to set the parking brake. On 2023-2026 International Rh and Lt trucks, that air signal also tells the transmission auto neutral function that the parking brake is applied. When the system works correctly, the truck sets the parking brake and shifts the transmission into neutral.
On affected trucks, residual air pressure stays in the parking brake circuit for a short time after the dash valve is pulled. That delayed air release delays the signal that tells the transmission to shift into neutral. The delay also can activate the engine's Initial Vehicle Movement function, which sends torque to the driveline.
An owner or driver has warning signs to watch for. After the dash valve is pulled, the transmission information center does not show a shift to neutral, and the parking brake icon does not light in the instrument cluster.
Who's affected?
Covers both Rh and Lt trucks across the 2023-2026 model years, all tied to the quick release valve in the brake system.
| 2024 International Rh | brake system |
|---|---|
| 2025 International Rh | brake system |
| 2024 International Lt | brake system |
| 2025 International Lt | brake system |
| 2026 International Lt | brake system |
| 2026 International Rh | brake system |
| 2023 International Lt | brake system |
| 2023 International Rh | brake system |
| Units affected | 11,418 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.
What's the safety risk?
When the park brake is applied, the transmission can remain in gear and the vehicle can move unexpectedly, increasing crash risk. Watch for no neutral indication in the transmission information center and no parking brake icon in the cluster after the dash valve is pulled. Schedule the repair when International opens it. Repair will be free at any franchised International dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2026 International Rh or Lt is included in this recall.
- Wait for International's follow-up notice before scheduling the final repair; the repair is still under development.
- Call International customer service at 1-800-448-7825 with questions and reference recall number 25V806 when you call.
- Ask a franchised International dealer about the free rear-axle quick release valve replacement once the repair opens; it fixes the parking-brake recognition problem that leaves the transmission in gear.
- Set the parking brake carefully and keep extra space around the vehicle until the repair is complete, because the vehicle can move unexpectedly if the transmission stays in gear.
What happens at the repair
The final dealer repair is still under development. Once it opens, an International technician will replace the quick release valve on the rear axle, free under the recall. The owner notice has already gone out, and International will send another notice when the repair is available. International's standard reimbursement plan is on file for this campaign, so documented owner paid repairs tied to this condition are handled through that plan. Ask the service desk how to submit repair records under the plan.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 20, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 12, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| January 12, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 12, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| March 9, 2026 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V806?
Recall 25V806 covers 11,418 2023-2026 International Lt and Rh vehicles. The auto neutral function can fail to recognize that the parking brake is applied, leaving the transmission in gear. International dealers will replace the rear-axle quick release valve for free once the remedy opens.
What should I do if my 2023-2026 International Lt or Rh is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 25V806. If it is, contact a franchised International dealer or International customer service at 1-800-448-7825 and ask for current guidance, repair timing, and whether the remedy is open for your VIN.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no charge, and International says dealers will replace the rear-axle quick release valve free of charge. Because the remedy is still under development, ask the dealer when parts and instructions are available for your VIN.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unexpected vehicle movement. If the transmission stays in gear after the parking brake is applied, the vehicle can move when the driver expects it to stay parked, increasing the risk of a crash.
When will owners be notified about recall 25V806?
International scheduled owner notification letters for March 9, 2026. The recall notice says owners will receive another notice once the remedy becomes available. Until then, use your VIN to confirm whether your specific Lt or Rh is included and keep the campaign number ready when calling the dealer.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V806000 |
|---|---|
| International customer service | 1-800-448-7825 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V806 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V806000 |
Source documents
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Download Quarterly Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →