CanadaCertain 2023–2026 IC Bus EV school buses are affected; they are IC Bus electric school buses from model years 2023–2026. The high-voltage power disconnect switch may not work properly, so the high-voltage distribution module could still have power even if the switch is in the "OFF" position, creating a risk of injury. International Motors will notify owners by mail and advise taking the bus to a dealership to remove the shorting bars in the high-voltage disconnect bypass connector.
What's being recalled
Visit Transport Canada’s Motor Vehicle Safety Recalls Database for the original recall.
How to identify it
2023–2026 Ic Bus EV SCHOOL BUS
The hazard
On certain electric school buses, the high-voltage power disconnect switch may not work properly. As a result, the high-voltage distribution module could still have power even if the switch is in the ''OFF'' position. This issue could cause a person not to be aware that the high-voltage system is still powered.
Safety Risk:
Not being aware that a high-voltage system is powered could create a risk of injury.
Corrective Actions:
International Motors will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your school bus to a dealership to remove the shorting bars in the high-voltage disconnect bypass connector.
What to do
Please see corrective actions section below
The official notice
This page is a summary of the notice published by Transport Canada, collected from Health Canada, CFIA and Transport Canada. Check the original before you act on it.
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