Power train: automatic transmissionRecall 14V-043 · Ic Bus vehicles
Navistar, Inc. recall 14V-043 covers 22 Ic Bus vehicles for a power train: automatic transmission problem, reported to NHTSA on February 7, 2014.
Source: NHTSA recall 14V043000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 model year CE school buses manufactured December 31, 2010, through November 6, 2012, and equipped with Eaton-brand hybrid automated transmissions. The software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle's engine speed during downshifts without the driver's input.
The risk
The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Navistar will notify owners and Eaton authorized service facilities will update the Hybrid Control Module Software version, free of charge. The recall began on May 28, 2014. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-331-332-1590.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from December 31, 2010 to November 6, 2012. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.