United States2023–2027 IC Bus CESB and 2025–2027 IC Bus EVSB school buses are affected; VINs for involved vehicles will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 11, 2026 and the manufacturer recall number is 26504. The body panel joint may have been attached without sufficient epoxy coverage, failing FMVSS No. 221 and risking panel separation in a crash. Dealers will inspect and repair the interior vertical joint free of charge; owners were mailed notification letters on May 4, 2026 and can call 1-800-448-7825.
What's being recalled
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2023-2027 IC Bus CESB and 2025-2027 IC Bus EVSB school buses. The body panel joint may have been attached without sufficient epoxy coverage. As such these vehicle fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
How to identify it
NHTSA campaign 26V168000; Manufacturer campaign 26504
The hazard
The body panels may separate during a crash, reducing structural integrity and increasing the risk of injury.
What to do
Dealers will inspect and repair the interior vertical joint as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26504. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 11, 2026.
The official notice
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