- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
- Problem
- International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2018 International 4000 Series 4300, 2017-2025 MV, 2018-2024 1300 FBC, 2018-2025 IC Bus TC, and 2024-2025 IC Bus CECB vehicles. The brake pressure switch assembly may leak brake fluid into the brake pressure switch's electrical components and cause an electrical short-circuit.
- Risk
- An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire while driving or parked.
- Remedy
- Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Dealers will install a silicone black jumper harness, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 15, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25509. Vehicles previously repaired under 23V397 will need to have the new remedy completed.
What this recall means for you
A brake pressure switch assembly may leak brake fluid into its electrical components. This can cause an electrical short-circuit that overheats the circuit and raises the risk of a fire, whether the vehicle is being driven or is parked.
Until the repair is done, park the vehicle outside and away from buildings and other structures. Dealers will install a silicone black jumper harness at no cost to you. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed December 15, 2025. You can also contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Vehicles previously repaired under recall 23V397 will need the new remedy completed as well. Check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| IC Bus Cecb | 20242025 |
|---|---|
| IC Bus TC | 20182019202020212022202320242025 |
| International 1300FBC | 2018201920202021202220232024 |
| International 4000 Series 4300 | 2018 |
| International MV | 201720182019202020212022202320242025 |