How many recalls does the 2027 IC Bus Cesb have?

NHTSA lists 6 recall campaigns for the 2027 IC Bus Cesb as of October 16, 2026. Each includes the defect description, safety consequence, and the remedy IC Bus will perform. New recalls can be issued at any time; this page is refreshed from NHTSA daily.

How do I tell if my 2027 IC Bus Cesb is affected by a recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN — stamped at the base of the windshield on the driver side and on the door jamb sticker — at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall; the list on this page covers every campaign for the 2027 IC Bus Cesb.

Are recall repairs on a 2027 IC Bus Cesb free?

Usually. Federal law requires IC Bus to remedy recalls on the 2027 Cesb free of charge at an authorized IC Bus dealer, regardless of how many owners the vehicle has had or how many miles are on the odometer — unless it was first sold more than 15 years before the recall was issued (5 years for tires).

Does a recall on the 2027 IC Bus Cesb affect resale value?

An open recall can reduce resale value; a recall that has been repaired (documented in the vehicle history report) generally does not. Before you buy or sell a used 2027 IC Bus Cesb, check the VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm every recall has been remedied.

How many owner complaints are on file for the 2027 IC Bus Cesb?

No owner complaints have been filed with NHTSA on the 2027 IC Bus Cesb.

NHTSA vehicle safety data

2027 IC Bus Cesb Recalls, Ratings & Complaints

The 2027 IC Bus Cesb has 6 NHTSA recall campaigns and 0 owner complaints on file as of October 16, 2026. Recall repairs are usually free at an authorized IC Bus dealer.

NHTSA recall and complaint data for the 2027 IC Bus Cesb. Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.

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STRUCTURE:BODY

NHTSA #26V460000

Reported July 16, 2026 · International Motors, LLC

Potentially affected: 22,730 vehicles

Defect description

International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2025-2027 IC Bus EVSB and CESB school buses. The driver's window panel and entrance door vertical joints may have been attached without sufficient epoxy coverage. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."

Safety consequence

The body panels may separate during a crash, reducing structural integrity and increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will install rivets along the driver's side window seam and entrance door seam, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 8, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26511.

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:CRITICAL FASTENERS

NHTSA #26V364000

Reported June 4, 2026 · International Motors, LLC

Potentially affected: 71 vehicles

Defect description

International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2027 IC Bus CESB school buses. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

Safety consequence

An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 13, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26508.

STRUCTURE:BODY

NHTSA #26V168000

Reported March 19, 2026 · International Motors, LLC

Potentially affected: 2,874 vehicles

Defect description

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."

Safety consequence

The body panels may separate during a crash, reducing structural integrity and increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer 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 NHTSA.gov beginning May 11, 2026.

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

NHTSA #26V111000

Reported February 26, 2026 · International Motors, LLC

Potentially affected: 4,393 vehicles

Defect description

International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2023-2027 IC Bus CESB school buses. The brake lines may have been installed with incorrect hardware, which can result in brake line damage and cause a leak.

Safety consequence

A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the brake lines and brake line retainers as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 27, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26502. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 20, 2026.

EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR RESTRAINTS/SECUREMENT:LATCH/ANCHOR:

NHTSA #25V879000

Reported December 18, 2025 · International Motors, LLC

Potentially affected: 627 vehicles

Defect description

International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026-2027 IC Bus CESB school buses. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.

Safety consequence

An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25526. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 9, 2026.

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

NHTSA #25V783000

Reported November 13, 2025 · International Motors, LLC

Potentially affected: 142 vehicles

Defect description

International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2023-2027 IC Bus CESB school buses. While carrying the maximum number of occupants, the bus may exceed Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) when the fuel tank and fluid reservoirs are full.

Safety consequence

An incorrect GVWR may lead to unintentionally overloading the bus, increasing the risk of a crash.

Manufacturer remedy

Dealers will inspect and repair suspension as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 27, 2026. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25523.

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Check your 2027 IC Bus Cesb VIN

Not every recall applies to every VIN in a given year. Enter the 17-character VIN from your IC Bus Cesb at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether your specific vehicle has an unrepaired recall.

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