Recall 11V-291: 2011–2012 IC Bus BE, 2011–2012 IC Bus CE

NAVISTAR, INC recall for fuel system, gasoline, reported to NHTSA on May 20, 2011, covering about 2,026 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-291
Report date
May 20, 2011
Vehicles affected
2,026
Owners notified
Jul 18, 2011

The problem

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 ic ce and be school buses manufactured from may 27, 2010, through march 8, 2011, equipped with maxxforce 7 engines. A cap on the return fuel valve may fall off, allowing air to be drawn into the fuel system, possibly resulting in engine hard start, no start, or stall conditions.

The risk

Engine stall on the roadway increases the risk of a vehicle crash.

The fix

Navistar will notify owners and dealers will replace the return fuel valve cap free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about august 12, 2011. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Notes

Navistar's recall campaign number is 11506.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerNAVISTAR, INC
ComponentFuel System, Gasoline › Delivery
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V291000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
IC Bus BE2011, 2012All years
IC Bus CE2011, 2012All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 11V-291?

Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011 and 2012 ic ce and be school buses manufactured from may 27, 2010, through march 8, 2011, equipped with maxxforce 7 engines. A cap on the return fuel valve may fall off, allowing air to be drawn into the fuel system, possibly resulting in engine hard start, no start, or stall conditions.

How is recall 11V-291 fixed?

Navistar will notify owners and dealers will replace the return fuel valve cap free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin on or about august 12, 2011. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.