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2023-2027 Ic Bus Cesb and Ic Bus Evsb recall: critical fasteners

International Motors, LLC reported this safety recall on March 19, 2026. It covers about 2,874 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,874
reported
Mar 19, 2026
owners notified
May 4, 2026
related complaints
2

Structure: critical fasteners

What is wrong
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."
Risk
The body panels may separate during a crash, reducing structural integrity and increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
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 beginning May 11, 2026.

Recall number 26V168000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about body problems.

Questions about recall 26V168000

Is there a recall on the 2023-2027 Ic Bus Cesb and Ic Bus Evsb critical fasteners?

Yes. Recall 26V168000, reported on March 19, 2026, covers about 2,874 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 26V168000?

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 beginning May 11, 2026.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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