2004 IC Fe recalls and problems
The 2004 IC Fe has 2 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any IC dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2004 IC Fe vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2004 IC Fe recalls
Recall 04V-469: Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
Problem: Certain my 2001-2005 amtran/ic corporation ce, fe, and re school buses equipped with sure-lok wheelchair tie-down securement assemblies p/n 8625-13. The sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly may be out of alignment causing the load pawl not to fully seat in the sprocket teeth.
Risk: In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries.
Fix: Sure-lok will notify ic's customers and repair the buses on ic's behalf at no cost to the customer. The recall began august 16, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact sure-lok at 1-908-231-1804.
Recall 04V-097: Equipment
Problem: On certain "special needs" school buses equipped with sur-loc "l" wheelchair tracks, the lift mounting bolts could corrode if moisture occurs in the treated plywood floor.
Risk: This could reduce the function of the track or the strength of the lift mounting bolts resulting in personal injury to the occupants.
Fix: Dealers will replace the sur-loc "l" tracks with protected tracks and mounting hardware. Also, lift floor-mounting bolts will be replaced. Owner notification is expected to begin march 19, 2004. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ic at 1-800-843-5615.
Other IC Fe years
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2004 IC Fe have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 2 recalls for the 2004 IC Fe: 04V-469 (equipment adaptive/mobility), 04V-097 (equipment). 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.