International: Body Panel Joints Incorrectly Attached (structure)
International Motors is recalling certain 2025-2027 IC Bus school buses because the driver's window panel and entrance door joints may not have enough epoxy adhesive, which could cause body panels to separate during a crash and weaken the vehicle's structure. Dealers will install rivets along these seams at no cost to owners. Owners will receive notification letters starting September 14, 2026, and can contact International at 1-800-448-7825 with questions.
- Recalling firm
- International Motors, LLC
- Product
- Component: STRUCTURE. International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2025-2027 IC Bus EVSB and CESB school buses. The driver's window panel and entrance door vertical joints may have been attached without sufficient epoxy coverage. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 221, "School Bus Body Joint Strength."
- Reason
- The body panels may separate during a crash, reducing structural integrity and increasing the risk of injury. Remedy: Dealers will install rivets along the driver's side window seam and entrance door seam, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed September 14, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26511.
- Classification
- Class I
- Category
- vehicle recall
- Country
- United States
- Agency
- National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
- Recall date
- 2026-07-16
- Status
- Ongoing
- Distribution
- Nationwide
Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Recall details on Nibble Recalls: https://trynibble.app/recalls/2ef281ca-4947-42c0-b2d3-82d696548af9