NHTSA Vehicles recall ·
2023–2027 IC BUS Cesb and 1 more recall: Body Panel Joint Incorrectly Attached/FMVSS 221
- Recall number
- 26V168000
- Date
- Manufacturer
- International Motors, LLC
- Category
- Vehicles › Structure
- Recall type
- Vehicle
- Units affected
- 2874
- Hazard tags
- Crash risk Injury risk
Read the official NHTSA notice ↗
Product
Structure
Affected vehicles
Not every vehicle of these models is affected. Enter your 17-character VIN on NHTSA.gov to check your vehicle.
Why was it recalled?
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2023-2027 IC Bus CESB and 2025-2027 IC Bus EVSB school buses. The body panel joint may have been attached without sufficient epoxy coverage. As such these vehicle fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
Consequence
The body panels may separate during a crash, reducing structural integrity and increasing the risk of injury.
What should you do?
Dealers will inspect and repair the interior vertical joint as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26504. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 11, 2026.
Manufacturer campaign number
26504
Source: NHTSA (vehicles), recall 26V168000. Official notice. Republished from public data; RecallFlag is not affiliated with the NHTSA.