CarRecallWatchThe 2023 IC Bus Cesb has 17 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 2 complaints with NHTSA.
The most-reported problem area is Structure (1 report).
2023 IC Bus Cesb recalls
School Bus Body Panels May Separate in a Crash
Certain IC Bus CESB and EVSB school buses may have body panel joints attached without sufficient epoxy coverage.
Brake Fluid Leak Can Lengthen Stopping Distance
Some IC Bus CESB school buses from model years 2023 through 2027 may have had their brake lines installed with incorrect hardware.
School Bus May Exceed Weight Limit, Raising Crash Risk
Certain 2023-2027 IC Bus CESB school buses may exceed their Gross Vehicle Weight Rating (GVWR) when fully loaded with passengers and with the fuel tank and fluid reservoirs full.
Buses May Lack Floor Reinforcement, Raising Crash Injury Risk
Certain IC Bus school buses may not have had an underfloor reinforcement installed.
Brake fluid leak can cause electrical short and fire risk
Brake fluid can leak from the brake pressure switch assembly into its electrical components, causing an electrical short-circuit in the brake system.
Brake Fluid Leak Can Cause Electrical Fire
Brake fluid can leak from the brake pressure switch assembly into its electrical components.
ABS warning light may stay off during a malfunction
Certain IC Bus school buses from model years 2021 to 2024 have an anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning light that does not stay on when there is an ABS malfunction while the ignition is on and the bus is moving.
IC school buses: roof panels may separate in a crash
Certain 2022-2024 IC Bus school buses may have roof panels manufactured with insufficient joint strength.
Loose Rear Axle Can Cause Loss of Vehicle Control
Fasteners connecting the transverse torque arm to the rear axle housing may have been tightened incorrectly, allowing the rear axle to shift from side to side.
Loose Steering and Suspension Nuts Can Cause Crashes
Certain hex flange lock nuts used in the steering and suspension joints were improperly heat treated, so they may lose tension over time.
Loose Steering and Suspension Nuts Can Cause Crashes
Certain nuts used in the steering and suspension joints were improperly heat treated.
Fuel vapor line may leak near exhaust, creating fire risk
Certain 2023 IC CE vehicles may have been built without the heat shield tubing on the fuel vapor line.
Engine May Stall Unexpectedly Due to ECM Short Circuit
The engine control module (ECM) in certain 2023 IC CE school buses may develop an internal electrical short circuit.
Steering Gear May Fracture, Risking Loss of Steering Control
Certain school buses were assembled with steering gears that may have been put together incorrectly.
Steering Wheel Can Loosen and Detach, Raising Crash Risk
The steering wheel retaining nut on certain 2022-2023 IC school buses may have been tightened incorrectly.
Missing Warning Label Could Hide Disabled Collision Alert
Certain 2022-2023 IC school buses may be missing a warning label that tells the driver the forward collision mitigation system is inoperative.
Bus Engine May Shut Down Unexpectedly, Raising Crash Risk
The engine control module (ECM) in certain 2020-2023 IC CE school buses may set a fault code that causes the engine to shut down unexpectedly while the bus is in operation.
Most common 2023 IC Bus Cesb problems
Problem areas named in the 2 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Structure | 1 |
| Engine | 1 |
What owners report
Exhaust system failure,terible exhaust leaks AT EXHAUST MANIFOLDS. Pipes wrapped in insulation and metal causing high temps which are distoring pipe shapes and colapsing systems. Also a fire hazard if any fluids leak on them. These units are 2021's thru 2023's We have been in touch with International Dealer with no avail or help. They give all kinds of why's but no answers. They tell us to replace with same system at 11,000 dollars. These pipes are on 8.8 litre engine. Available for inspection. Yes dealer did see the problem.
The roof leaks in several areas. The water gets on the floor and seats increasing the chance that children will slip and fall on the wet floors and seats. This has been to the dealer more than once but the roofs still leak. We have more than one bus of the same age that leak
2023 IC Bus Cesb questions
Does the 2023 IC Bus Cesb have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 17 safety recalls for the 2023 IC Bus Cesb: School Bus Body Panels May Separate in a Crash; Brake Fluid Leak Can Lengthen Stopping Distance; School Bus May Exceed Weight Limit, Raising Crash Risk; Buses May Lack Floor Reinforcement, Raising Crash Injury Risk; Brake fluid leak can cause electrical short and fire risk. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2023 IC Bus Cesb?
Based on 2 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Structure (1), Engine (1).
How do I check if a recall on my 2023 IC Bus Cesb has been fixed?
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