IC Bus AC recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 8, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

International Motors, LLC recalls 2016–2017 IC Bus, International — 4 models

Recall number

16V141000

Brand / firm

IC Bus, International

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 2,747 units

Why it was recalled

If the parking brake cable connection fails, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of injury or a crash.

What was recalled

Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2016 International 1300 trucks manufactured February 26, 2015, to May 12, 2015, 2016-2017 International DuraStar trucks manufactured January 28, 2015, to February 4, 2016, International TerraStar trucks manufactured January 28, 2015, to February 1, 2016, and 2016 IC AC transit buses manufactured January 28, 2015, to February 2, 2015. The metal connecting clip that connects the hand operated parking brake actuator cable to the intermediate parking brake cable may fail.

What to do

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hand parking brake cable connector clips, free of charge. The recall began on May 3, 2016. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 16504.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.