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NHTSA campaign 26V459000

Battery Cable May Short Circuit

International Motors, LLC

Potential units
15,628
Report received
Jul 16, 2026
Manufacturer ID
26510

Recall summary

What is being recalled

International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2021, 2023-2027 MV, and 2026-2027 HV vehicles. The battery interconnect cable may contact the auxiliary stud and hold down bracket, causing a short circuit.

Safety consequence

Why this recall matters

A short circuit increases the risk of a fire.

Manufacturer remedy

What owners should expect

Dealers will install plastic saddles onto the positive interconnect cable and as necessary, install wind laces and a J-bolt between each battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 14, 2026. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26510. This recall replaces and expands NHTSA Recall 25V534. Vehicles previously repaired under 25V534 will need the new remedy completed.

Associated products

Affected models and equipment

Vehicle2023 International Mv07/01/2021 - 02/08/2023
Vehicle2024 International Mv11/25/2022 - 03/07/2024
Vehicle2026 International Hv07/02/2025 - 02/10/2026
Vehicle2027 International Mv11/13/2025 - 06/16/2026
Vehicle2025 International Mv12/21/2023 - 01/08/2025
Vehicle2026 International Mv10/30/2024 - 02/04/2026
Vehicle2027 International Hv02/27/2026 - 06/16/2026
Vehicle2021 International Mv09/21/2020 - 09/25/2020

Official documents

NHTSA campaign files