Structure: bodyRecall 26V-168 · Ic Bus vehicles
International Motors, LLC recall 26V-168 covers 2,874 Ic Bus vehicles for a structure: body problem, reported to NHTSA on March 19, 2026. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q3) shows 65% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 26V168000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2023-2027 IC Bus CESB and 2025-2027 IC Bus EVSB school buses. The body panel joint may have been attached without sufficient epoxy coverage. As such these vehicle fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
The risk
The body panels may separate during a crash, reducing structural integrity and increasing the risk of injury.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and repair the interior vertical joint as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26504. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning May 11, 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
65%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from January 10, 2023 to February 17, 2026. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.