Latch/anchor: Recall 25V-879 · 2026–2027 Ic Bus Cesb
International Motors, LLC recall 25V-879 covers 627 2026–2027 Ic Bus Cesb for a latch/anchor: problem, reported to NHTSA on December 18, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 78% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V879000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by an NHTSA defect investigation.
The problem
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2026-2027 IC Bus CESB school buses. The retractors may not lock, preventing the wheelchair from being properly secured.
The risk
An unsecured wheelchair can move during transit, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and replace the retractors as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 16, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25526. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning February 9, 2026.
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
78%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from July 7, 2025 to November 19, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.