2003 IC RE recalls and problems
The 2003 IC RE has 4 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any IC dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2003 IC RE vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2003 IC RE recalls
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.
Recall 05V-131: Power Train
Problem: Certain 2003, 2005, and 2006 my ic corporation re school and commercial buses manufactured between january 29, 2003, and march 9, 2005. There can be metal to metal interference at the driveline u-joint. This interference can loosen the axle strap or cause the strap or strap bolts to break because of fatigue stresses, causing the driveshaft to separate from the axle yoke.
Risk: If the driveshaft separates from the vehicle, it could come in contact with other vehicles on or near the roadway, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Fix: Ic corporation will notify its customers and will repair the vehicle free of charge. The recall began on august 5, 2005. Owners may contact international at 260-461-1924.
Recall 04V-251: Visibility
Problem: On certain school buses, the instructions on how to operate the emergency exit did not meet the minimal letter height of 1-centermeter. These buses fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Risk: The label may not be visible to the operator, possibly resulting in injury if the occupants cannot exit the bus quickly.
Fix: Ic will mail new labels with installation instructions. Owner notification began june 25, 2004. Owners who do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ic at 501-505-2190.
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.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 IC RE have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2003 IC RE: 08V-353 (engine and engine cooling), 05V-131 (power train), 04V-251 (visibility), 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.