- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
- Problem
- Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2017 IC CE transit buses equipped with Bendix ADB 22X brake calipers. The driver side rear brakes may drag.
- Risk
- A dragging brake may cause damage to the brake components, which may activate the ABS warning light. The warning light may cause the driver to immediately stop the vehicle and transfer occupants. Additionally, the high temperatures at the wheel end can increase the risk of a fire. Either condition increases the risk of injury.
- Remedy
- Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the left rear caliper with a redesigned adjuster mechanism, free of charge. The recall began July 12, 2019. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 19507.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2017 IC CE transit buses are equipped with Bendix ADB 22X brake calipers, and the driver-side rear brakes may drag. A dragging brake can damage brake components and turn on the ABS warning light, which may prompt the driver to stop the bus immediately and move passengers. High temperatures at the wheel end can also increase the risk of a fire. Either condition increases the risk of injury.
Navistar will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the left rear caliper with a redesigned adjuster mechanism at no cost to you. Owners can contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825 and reference recall number 19507. The recall began July 12, 2019. You can also check your vehicle identification number for open recalls.
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| IC Bus CE | 2017 |
|---|---|
| IC Bus Cesb | 2017 |