Navistar Recalls IC Bus School Buses Due to Brake Valve Leak
Navistar is recalling certain 2012-2013 IC Bus school buses because a brake valve may leak in cold weather, causing continuous braking and loss of control.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).
The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that can cause loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 IC Bus CE and RE school buses manufactured between December 2, 2010, and January 26, 2012. These vehicles are equipped with Bendix ATR-6 anti-lock traction relay valves. The recall affects 920 units.
In extremely cold conditions, the Bendix relay valves may develop internal leakage. This leakage can cause air pressure to be delivered to the primary or secondary brakes, resulting in continuous brake application. This unexpected braking can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. Additionally, the brakes may apply without illuminating the brake lights, failing to warn other drivers.
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will provide a temporary repair until Bendix develops a permanent remedy. The safety recall began on April 40, 2012. This service will be performed free of charge. Owners may contact Navistar at 260-461-1890.
The recalled product
- Product
- IC BUS CASB, RE, RECB, CE
- Brand
- IC BUS
- Manufacturer
- NAVISTAR, INC
- Category
- Vehicle — School Bus
- Affected units
- 920
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (4)
- CASB
- RE
- RECB
- CE
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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