2026 IC Bus Cecb recalls and problems
The 2026 IC Bus Cecb has 4 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any IC Bus dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2026 IC Bus Cecb vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2026 IC Bus Cecb recalls
Recall 26V-461: Structure
Problem: International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2025-2027 IC Bus CECB transit 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."
Risk: The body panels may separate during a crash, reducing structural integrity and increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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 26512.
Recall 25V-880: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026 IC Bus CECB buses. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Risk: An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Fix: 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 25527. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 9, 2026.
Recall 25V-641: Visibility
Problem: International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026 IC Bus CECB commercial buses. The weld on the crank shaft assembly may fail, preventing the the left-side wiper from working.
Risk: An inoperative wiper can reduce the driver's ability to see out of the windshield, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25516. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 17, 2025.
Recall 25V-647: Parking Brake
Problem: International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2025-2026 IC Bus CECB commercial buses. A tire may contact and damage the air dryer discharge line, causing an air leak and the unintentional activation of the parking brake.
Risk: Unintended activation of the parking brake while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect, replace, and reroute the lines as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 17, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25518.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2026 IC Bus Cecb have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2026 IC Bus Cecb: 26V-461 (structure), 25V-880 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 25V-641 (visibility), 25V-647 (parking brake). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are IC Bus recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized IC Bus dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.