2002 IC BE recalls and problems
The 2002 IC BE has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any IC dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2002 IC BE vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2002 IC BE recalls
Recall 09V-052: Equipment
Problem: Navistar is recalling 61,316 my 2001 through 2009 ic be, ce, and fe model commercial and school buses manufactured between february 2, 2000 and june 2, 2008, equipped with an entrance door stepwell heater feature code 0048pms or 0548001 and/or a rear wall mounted heater feature code 0048tar or 0048psx. The affected heater units may fail in low speed operation causing elevated temperatures.
Risk: Elevated temperatures can result in a fire, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Fix: An interim letter was mailed on february 20, 2009, to communicate the defect and recommend action to mitigate the risk until the final remedy and customer notification could be provided at a later date. The manufacture filed an amended defect report dated march 27, 2009 advising that a final remedy has been developed and parts are being manufactured. The safety recall began on june 2, 2009. Owners may contact navistar toll-free at 1-800-448-7825.
Recall 08V-353: Engine and Engine Cooling
Problem: Navistar is recalling 24,975 my 2003 through 2008 ic be, ce, hc, and re school and commercial buses and 2002 through 2008 international 3200 and 3300 model buses manufactured between september 21, 2001 through december 14, 2007, equipped with international vt365 engines. These vehicles may exhibit engine hard start, no start, or stall conditions due to possibly damaged terminals in the fuse holder connector of the injector drive module (Idm) clean battery power circuits. The terminals may have been damaged during electrical continuity testing in the manufacturing process.
Risk: These conditions could result in a vehicle crash, possibly resulting in personal injury.
Fix: Navistar will notify owners and replace the idm fuse holder free of charge. The recall began on october 3, 2008. Owners can contact navistar toll-free at 1-800-448-7825.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2002 IC BE have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2002 IC BE: 09V-052 (equipment), 08V-353 (engine and engine cooling). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are IC recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized IC dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.