Recall of IC Bus EVSB School Buses Due to High Voltage Switch Issue
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International Motors, LLC is recalling certain 2022-2027 IC Bus EVSB school buses because the high voltage disconnect switch may fail, potentially leading to electrical shock risks.
What this NHTSA vehicle recall tells you, and what most readers miss
This notice was issued by NHTSA on April 9, 2026 and geographically references United States. Its severity classification of "high" 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 is recalling certain IC Bus EVSB school buses due to a potential failure in the high voltage disconnect switch, which may not shut off power to the battery.
Which Products Are Affected
The recall involves IC Bus EVSB school buses from model years 2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, and 2027. A potential total of 1,896 units are affected, as per the report. No specific model numbers, UPCs, or regional limitations were provided in the source data.
What You Should Do
Owners should wait for notification letters expected to be mailed on June 8, 2026. Dealers will repair the high voltage disconnect connector bypass circuit free of charge. For more information, contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. The recall number is 26505, and Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) can be checked on NHTSA.gov starting June 1, 2026.
Why This Matters
The switch failure could result in working on an energized high voltage battery, increasing the risk of injury or death from electrical shock. This recall addresses a critical safety issue in school buses to prevent potential hazards.
Source
NHTSA Recall ID: 26V226000. For more details, visit the NHTSA website.
Original source: NHTSA Official Notice ↗
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