Exterior lighting: headlightsRecall 25V-176 · 2025–2026 Ic Bus Cesb
International Motors, LLC recall 25V-176 covers 6,988 2025–2026 Ic Bus Cesb for a exterior lighting: headlights problem, reported to NHTSA on March 20, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 94% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V176000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2025-2026 IC Bus CESB school buses equipped with halogen headlights. When the high beams are activated, the low beams turn off. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
The risk
Headlight low beam failure can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Dealers will update the body control module (BCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25502.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
94%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.