Structure: bodyRecall 12V-294 · 2011–2012 Ic Bus CE
NAVISTAR, INC recall 12V-294 covers 158 2011–2012 Ic Bus CE for a structure: body problem, reported to NHTSA on June 22, 2012.
Source: NHTSA recall 12V294000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
NAVISTAR IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 IC CE SCHOOL BUSES MANUFACTURED FROM SEPTEMBER 7, 2010 THROUGH SEPTEMBER 9, 2010. THE INTERIOR LOWER LINING FAILS TO COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 221, SCHOOL BUS BODY JOINT STRENGTH.
The risk
IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THERE IS AN INCREASED RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY TO VEHICLE OCCUPANTS.
The fix
NAVISTAR WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND RETIGHTEN JOINT SCREWS TO THE PROPER SPECIFICATION, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 23, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT NAVISTAR AT 1-260-461-1890.
NAVISTARS RECALL CAMPAIGN NUMBER IS 12518.CUSTOMERS MAY CONTACT THE NATIONAL HIGHWAY TRAFFIC SAFETY ADMINISTRATION'S VEHICLE SAFETY HOTLINE AT 1-888-327-4236 (TTY: 1-800-424-9153); OR GO TO HTTP://WWW.SAFERCAR.GOV.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.