Navistar Recalls 2018-2019 IC Bus CE School Buses for Brake Hose Routing
Navistar is recalling 2018-2019 IC Bus CE school buses because the hydraulic brake hose may contact the tire, potentially causing fluid leaks and reduced braking performance.
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 increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain 2018-2019 IC Bus CE school buses. The recall addresses a defect where the hydraulic brake hose on the steer axle may be improperly routed. As a result, the brake hose may come into contact with the tire.
Contact with the tire may cause the hose to leak brake fluid. This leakage can affect braking performance and increase the risk of a crash. The recall began on October 11, 2017.
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will correctly route the drop hose. If damage is found, dealers will replace the drop hose free of charge. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.
The recalled product
- Product
- IC BUS CESB
- Brand
- IC BUS
- Manufacturer
- Navistar, Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — School Bus
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 228
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 (1)
- CESB
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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