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IC Bus CE Sbus Recall 24V089: Steering Gear May Lose Control, Raising Crash Risk

NHTSA campaign 24V089, reported February 8, 2024, 1,191 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some steering gear assemblies may have been built with fewer recirculating balls than required. This defect can cause a loss of steering control, which increases the risk of a crash.

The repair is free. An authorized dealer will inspect the steering gear and replace any defective unit at no cost to you. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2024. If you have questions, you can contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825.

If you own this bus, check your VIN for open recalls and schedule the free inspection and replacement with a dealer as soon as possible.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 24V089Navistar, Inc.
Component
STEERING
Problem
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2024 IC Bus CE school buses. The steering gear assemblies may have been assembled incorrectly with fewer recirculating balls than are required, which may result in a loss of steering control.
Risk
A loss of steering control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the defective gears, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 30, 2024. Owners may contact Navistar's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 24504.
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.nhtsa.gov.

Affected vehicles

IC Bus CE Sbus2024