Reliability & 5-year cost of ownership — 2021 IC Bus Cesb
NHTSA data on file today
The 2021 IC Bus Cesb has 4 NHTSA recall campaigns and 3 owner complaints on file as of . Recall data is refreshed daily from NHTSA.
Recall campaigns on file
- NHTSA #25V580000 Missing Underfloor Reinforcement/FMVSS 210, 222 NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #25V503000 Brake Pressure Switch May Short and Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #23V398000 Brake Pressure Switch May Short and Cause Fire NHTSA notice
- NHTSA #21V837000 Unexpected Engine Shut Down NHTSA notice
Most-cited components in owner complaints
- Engine 2 complaints
- Fuel/Propulsion System 1 complaint
- Unknown or Other 1 complaint
Below average
Estimated 5-year repair + maintenance cost: $10,000–$15,000AI estimate — not from NHTSA data
The 2021 IC Bus CESB has notable issues with structural integrity and brake system faults. These are critical safety concerns that significantly impact its reliability rating, despite a low volume of owner complaints.
Most-common failures
| Part | Typical mileage (AI estimate) | Cost range (AI estimate) | Frequency |
|---|---|---|---|
| body structure | 20,000–50,000 miles | $1,200–$2,500 | very common |
| brake pressure switch | 30,000–60,000 miles | $300–$700 | common |
| engine control module | 50,000–80,000 miles | $600–$1,500 | occasional |
AI estimate — not from NHTSA data: the mileage bands and repair-cost ranges above. Get a written repair quote before you budget.
Scheduled maintenance to budget
Routine items every owner should plan for.
- Oil and filter change
- Brake fluid replacement
- Coolant system check
- Transmission service
- Tire rotation and alignment
Warning signs to watch for
Symptoms that signal a major upcoming repair.
- Squeaking brakes
- Engine stalling
- Check engine light
- Fluid leaks
- Seat belt issues
Generated by gpt-4o on from the NHTSA recall campaigns and owner-complaint counts on file for the 2021 IC Bus Cesb at the time. The rating is an AI assessment; cost and mileage figures are AI estimates, not NHTSA data.