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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 26V168000

STRUCTURE:BODY

Published March 19, 2026 · Recall initiated: March 19, 2026

What's the hazard

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.

What to 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.

Recall details

Brand
IC BUS
Model
EVSB
Manufacturer
International Motors, LLC
Lot
2026 IC BUS EVSB | 2027 IC BUS EVSB | 2026 IC BUS CESB | 2025 IC BUS CESB | 2025 IC BUS EVSB | 2027 IC BUS CESB | 2024 IC BUS CESB | 2023 IC BUS CESB
Risk classification
V
Country
US
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