CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
- Problem
- International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2016-2024 IC Bus CESB school buses. 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 were mailed December 15, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25510. Vehicles previously repaired under 23V398 will need to have the new remedy completed.
What this recall means for you
Brake fluid can leak from the brake pressure switch assembly into its electrical components, causing an electrical short-circuit in the brake system.
An electrical short in the brake pressure switch can overheat the circuit and increase the risk of a fire, whether the bus is being driven or is parked.
Until the repair is complete, park the bus outside and away from structures. The recall repair is free: an authorized dealer will install a silicone black jumper harness at no cost. Owners who had a prior repair under recall 23V398 will also need this new remedy completed. Owner letters were mailed December 15, 2025. You can contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825 (recall number 25510), and check your VIN for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
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