2027 IC Bus CESB School Buses Recall
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International Motors, LLC is recalling 71 units of 2027 IC Bus CESB school buses because the wheelchair restraint retractors may not lock.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on June 24, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "medium" signals how the issuing agency weighs the risk of harm if no action is taken - "critical" and "high" tier alerts typically carry direct consumer actions, while "medium" and "low" tend toward informational guidance or monitoring advisories. The category it belongs to - Vehicle Recalls - determines the consumer-protection framework behind it, which shapes what remedies (refunds, replacements, repairs, or the recall itself) are available to affected consumers and which agency holds statutory responsibility for enforcement.
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What Happened
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2027 IC Bus CESB school buses. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall affects 71 units of 2027 IC Bus CESB school buses. The NHTSA Campaign Number is 26V364000 and International's recall number is 26508.
What You Should Do
Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed August 3, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825.
Why This Matters
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
Source
NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V364000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls)
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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Similar severity timing
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