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Medium RiskNHTSA
Vehicles/Commercial Vehicles

2026-2027 IC Bus CESB School Buses Recalled for Wheelchair Restraint Defect

Agency Publication Date: December 18, 2025
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Summary

International Motors is recalling approximately 627 of its 2026-2027 IC Bus CESB school buses because the wheelchair restraint retractors may not lock correctly. This defect prevents wheelchairs from being properly secured during transit. Dealers will provide a free inspection and replace the retractors if necessary to ensure passenger safety.

Risk

If a wheelchair is not securely locked in place, it can move or shift while the bus is in motion. This movement increases the risk of injury to the person in the wheelchair and other passengers on the bus.

What You Should Do

  1. This recall affects 2026-2027 IC Bus CESB school buses equipped with wheelchair restraint retractors.
  2. Check if your vehicle is included in this recall by visiting NHTSA.gov/recalls and entering your 17-character Vehicle Identification Number (VIN). Searchability for these VINs begins February 9, 2026.
  3. Contact an authorized International Motors dealer to schedule a free inspection and replacement of the wheelchair retractors.
  4. For additional information, contact International Motors customer service at 1-800-448-7825 and mention recall number 25526.
  5. Call the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or visit www.nhtsa.gov for further assistance.

Your Remedy Options

๐Ÿ”งFree Repair

Free dealer inspection and replacement of wheelchair retractors.

How to: Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825.

Affected Products

Product: 2026-2027 IC Bus CESB
Part / Model:
CESB

International Motors recall number 25526.

Additional Information

Agency: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Recall ID: 25V879000
Status: Active
Manufacturer: International Motors, LLC
Sold By: authorized dealers
Units Affected: 627 vehicles(50% estimated defective)
Park Vehicle: No
Park Outside: No
OTA Update: No
Product Type: Vehicle (V)
Recall Classification: Safety Defect
Owner Notification Date: February 16, 2026
Distributed To: Nationwide
Manufacturer Recall #: 25526
Agency Last Updated: February 17, 2026

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AI-Enhanced Content: The summary, action steps, and risk assessment on this page were generated by AI from official government recall data to improve readability. This is not legal or medical advice. Always refer to the official agency sources below for authoritative information.

Sources: NHTSA Notice ยท Raw API Response