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SevereNHTSA·22V870000·Announced 2023-11-11

2023 IC Bus Models Suspension and Steering Fastener Recall

Navistar is recalling 2023 IC Bus EV, CE, and RE models due to improperly heat-treated fasteners in suspension and steering joints. These fasteners may lose tension and cause steering instability, increasing crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: This recall involves a structural vehicle defect affecting critical fasteners in steering and suspension systems. Improperly heat-treated fasteners may lose tension and lead to steering instability and loss of control, meeting the Severe category criteria.

Plain-English summary

Navistar is recalling certain 2023 IC Bus models (EV, CE, and RE). The vehicles are equipped with hex flange lock nuts in the suspension and steering joints that were improperly heat treated during manufacturing.

These fasteners may lose tension over time. A loss of tension in the steering and suspension joints may lead to steering instability and increase the risk of a crash.

Owners will receive notification letters beginning January 20, 2023. Dealers will replace the affected fasteners at no cost. Owners can contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.

The recalled product

Product
2023 IC BUS EV
Brand
IC BUS
Manufacturer
Navistar, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Bus
Hazard
  • steering-instability
  • fastener-failure
  • crash-risk
Affected units
5,645

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 (3)

  • EV
  • CESB
  • RESB

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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