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2023 IC BUS Cesb problems

NHTSA lists 2 complaints for the 2023 IC BUS Cesb, 0 of them mention a crash and 0 mention a fire. 0 complaints mention an injury, with 0 injuries and 0 deaths reported.

Data build 2026-10-09.

NHTSA lists this vehicle as IC BUS CESB.

At a glance

Complaints
2
With crash
0
With fire
0
With injury (complaints)
0
Injuries
0
Deaths
0
Recalls
17
Do not drive recalls
1
Park outside recalls
2
Recall potential units (maximum)
25,822
Investigations
0
Open investigations
0
Manufacturer communications
88

Complaints per 100k sold unavailable. No sales source is available for this record.

Where the complaints are

Top systems
SystemComplaintsShare of this vehicle's complaints
ENGINE150.0%
STRUCTURE150.0%
Top subsystems
SystemSubsystemComplaints
STRUCTUREBODY1

One complaint can name several systems, so shares can add to more than 100 percent.

Model-generated complaint tags

These labels are model-generated, not NHTSA data.

Failure modes
LabelCountShare of taggedMean confidence
mechanical failure150.0%0.42
structural or corrosion150.0%0.88
Severities
LabelCountShare of taggedMean confidence
moderate2100.0%0.89

Model: typesafe/jev-1.13-20260917; schema version: tag-v1. 2 tagged complaints of 2 complaints (100.0%).

Confidence is the model's own probability for the label it chose (0 to 1), not accuracy.

Model-generated labels on tagged complaints only. Model years 2013 and newer are tagged in full; 2012 in part (see tagged_share); earlier model years have no tags. NHTSA's own flags remain separate in the complaints block.

Recalls

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17 recalls. Showing the latest 10 of 17.

26V168000

Date: 2026-03-19. Systems: STRUCTURE.

Defect: 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.

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.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

26V111000

Date: 2026-02-26. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.

Defect: 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.

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

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.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

25V783000

Date: 2025-11-13. Systems: EQUIPMENT.

Defect: 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.

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

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.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

25V580000

Date: 2025-09-04. Systems: STRUCTURE.

Defect: International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2016-2026 IC Bus CESB and 2016-2021 RESB school buses. The underfloor reinforcement may not have been installed, compromising the structural integrity of the buses. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages" and 222, "School (excerpt)

Consequence: Reduced structural integrity may increase the risk of injury in a crash. (excerpt)

Remedy: Dealers will inspect and install a reinforcement channel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25514. (excerpt)

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

25V503000

Date: 2025-08-06. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.

Defect: International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2016-2024 IC Bus CESB school buses. The brake pressure switch assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch's electrical components and cause an electrical short-circuit. (excerpt)

Consequence: An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked. (excerpt)

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a silicone black jumper harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 15, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25510. Vehicles previously repaired under 23V398 will need to ha (excerpt)

Do not drive: No. Park outside: Yes.

23V398000

Date: 2023-06-02. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC.

Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016 and 2018-2024 IC Bus CE school buses. The brake pressure switch assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch's electrical components and cause an electrical short-circuit.

Consequence: An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.

Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will replace the brake pressure switch assembly and if necessary, the wire harness or fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 29, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23518.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: Yes.

23V371000

Date: 2023-05-25. Systems: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR.

Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2021-2024 IC Bus RE, 2022-2024 IC Bus CE, and IC Bus EV school buses. The anti-lock brake system (ABS) indicator light does not remain illuminated when a malfunction exists, and when the vehicle's ignition switch is on, and the vehicle is in motion. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (excerpt)

Consequence: An ABS indicator light that fails to remain illuminated will not alert the driver of an ABS malfunction, which could increase the risk of a crash. (excerpt)

Remedy: Dealers will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed July 24, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23516. (excerpt)

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

23V065000

Date: 2023-02-10. Systems: STRUCTURE.

Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2022-2024 IC Bus CE, 2022-2023 IC CE SBus, IC RE, and 2023 EV school buses. The roof panel may have been manufactured with insufficient joint strength. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."

Consequence: A school bus roof panel with insufficient joint strength may separate during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will add additional fasteners to secure the joints, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 3, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 23501.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

22V909000

Date: 2022-12-08. Systems: SUSPENSION.

Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2023 IC RE, IC EV, and 2023-2024 IC CE school buses. The fasteners that connect the transverse torque arm to the rear axle housing may have been tightened incorrectly, which can allow the rear axle to shift side to side.

Consequence: A rear axle that moves side to side can cause a loss of handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, a loose rear axle may cause vehicle instability during an evacuation in an emergency, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy: Dealers will replace and tighten the fasteners, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed February 6, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22527.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

22V872000

Date: 2022-11-23. Systems: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.

Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2023 IC CE vehicles. The fuel vapor line without the heat shield tubing may have been installed, exposing the line to heat from the exhaust system.

Consequence: Heat exposure may cause the line to leak, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel vapor line with heat shield tubing, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 22526.

Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.

Investigations

0 investigations; 0 open.

Manufacturer communications

88 manufacturer communications.

Communications by system
SystemCount
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM27
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING17
STRUCTURE11
POWER TRAIN9
UNKNOWN OR OTHER9
STEERING6
ENGINE5
EQUIPMENT4

11036615

Date: 2026-08-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.

The purpose of this article is to provide updated repair guidelines for the engine oil pan leak on all 8.8L gasoline and LPG engines. Engine oil can leak from the rear of the engine oil pan due to an excessive gap in the sealing area between the engine oil pan and the engine block.

11035955

Date: 2026-07-20. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STRUCTURE.

This document provides guidance for troubleshooting issues with the entrance door of the Next Gen CE Bus. While the primary focus is on achieving a properly adjusted latching entrance door, it also includes additional helpful tips. Please note that this document is not exhaustive and only addresses

11035942

Date: 2026-07-07. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

This document will guide the user through installing 12V disconnect label to the battery door.

11033229

Date: 2026-05-22. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Certain InternationalA? trucks and IC BusTM CE Series buses may have out of date BCM programing that may cause erroneous fault codes after a vehicle sits for 2 or 3 days.

11033278

Date: 2026-05-20. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: STRUCTURE.

Entrance door set screw may loosen over time and with use.

11033353

Date: 2026-05-04. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: POWER TRAIN.

The purpose of this article is to provide updated repair guidelines for the engine oil pan leak on all 8.8L gasoline and LPG engines. Engine oil can leak from the rear of the engine oil pan due to an excessive gap in the sealing area between the engine oil pan and the engine block.

11032466

Date: 2026-04-24. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: STRUCTURE.

Entrance door set screw may loosen over time and with use.

11032496

Date: 2026-04-23. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM.

This document is for Diesel buses MY2020, MY2021, MY2022, MY2023, and MY2024 specifically built between 11/30/20 and 5/18/23 that are experiencing fuel leaks at the fuel tank cap for not being seated fully, and for MY2024 and MY2025 buses built between 1/2/24 and 9/19/25 for fuel necks being loose.

11032498

Date: 2026-04-23. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

This document provides guidance for assessing the feasibility of implementing a customer-requested change to an engine or vehicle parameter/feature. Customer requested changes will be approved in accordance with the requirements specified in 40 CFR Part 1037 to ensure continued compliance with green

11032456

Date: 2026-04-07. Type: Service Campaign. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Certain InternationalA? trucks and IC BusTM CE Series buses may have out of date BCM programing that may cause erroneous fault codes after a vehicle sits for 2 or 3 days.

Notes on this record

  • Complaints from the API and bulk file are merged and deduplicated by ODI number; the API alone misses records.
  • System and subsystem counts are numbers of distinct complaints, recalls or communications that name them. One record can name several systems, so shares across systems can add to more than 100 percent; a single share never exceeds 100 percent.
  • Recalls are counted once per campaign, investigations once per action and manufacturer communications once per NHTSA id, even when NHTSA lists several model names for the same record.
  • A sales denominator is a calendar-year proxy, not the population of vehicles still in use. Rates are copied from verified pipeline output.

Other names NHTSA uses

None listed.

Matched NHTSA models

Matched labels and complaints
NHTSA model labelComplaints
CESB2

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