2016 IC BUS CESB — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
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Owner Complaint
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Recalls
14
Service Bulletins
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Investigations
Overview of the 2016 IC BUS CESB
The 2016 IC BUS CESB has received a total of 1 safety complaint filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 18 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID, STRUCTURE:BODY. 14 technical service bulletins have been issued by International Motors, LLC for this model year. The most commonly reported problem area is the Seat Belts (1 complaint).
Recalls for the 2016 IC BUS CESB
NHTSA has recorded 18 recalls for the 2016 IC BUS CESB, potentially affecting up to 84,417 vehicles.
Recall 25V503000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
| 16,553 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Recall 25V580000 — STRUCTURE:BODY
| 457 vehicles affected
Defect: International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2016-2026 IC Bus CESB and 2016-2021 RESB school buses. The underfloor reinforcement may not have been installed, compromising the structural integrity of the buses. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) numbers 210, "Seat Belt Assembly Anchorages" and 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating...
Consequence: Reduced structural integrity may increase the risk of injury in a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and install a reinforcement channel as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 8, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25514.
View full details →Recall 23V398000 — SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
| 15,398 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016 and 2018-2024 IC Bus CE 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.
Consequence: 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 replace the brake pressure switch assembly and if necessary, the wire harness or fuse, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed...
View full details →Recall 19V373000 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
| 2,620 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2020 IC CE and 2019 IC RE school buses equipped with Bendix ADB 22X brake calipers. The driver side rear brakes may drag.
Consequence: 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...
View full details →Recall 18V563000 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
| 631 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2015-2019 IC Bus CE school buses, equipped with certain S-Series and K-Series Titanium Wheelchair Lifts, models K200, K201, K550, K551, S200, S2201, S550 and S551. The wheelchair lift positioning input cam may fail while the lift is in use, allowing the platform to travel higher than the vehicle's floor height.
Consequence: If the wheelchair lift platform stops above the vehicle floor, the wheelchair user can tip inwards toward the vehicle when exiting the lift, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and IC Bus or Ricon dealers will replace the injection molded cam with an aluminum machined cam, free of charge. The recall began October 5, 2018. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825.
View full details →Recall 18V124000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| 1,047 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2019 IC bus CE school buses equipped with 8.8L liquid propane gas (LPG) engines. The LPDM relay for the propane booster pump and the scavenge pump may intermittently fail, causing the fuel pump to stop.
Consequence: If the fuel pump stops, the bus will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LPDM relay, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2018. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 18501.
View full details →Recall 18V124000 — FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
| 1,047 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2019 IC bus CE school buses equipped with 8.8L liquid propane gas (LPG) engines. The LPDM relay for the propane booster pump and the scavenge pump may intermittently fail, causing the fuel pump to stop.
Consequence: If the fuel pump stops, the bus will stall, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the LPDM relay, free of charge. The recall began on April 12, 2018. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 18501.
View full details →Recall 17V580000 — STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
| 160 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016 IC Bus CE school buses equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
Consequence: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2017. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590. Navistar's...
View full details →Recall 17V580000 — STEERING
| 160 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016 IC Bus CE school buses equipped with certain Spicer D or E series steer axles. The castellated nut on the steer axles may not be properly torqued, allowing the tie rod to loosen.
Consequence: If the tie rod loosens, it may disconnect from the steering knuckle, causing a complete loss of steering, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the torque of the castellated nut and tie rod, tightening it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on November 8, 2017. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590. Navistar's...
View full details →Recall 17V257000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
| 336 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2018 IC Bus CE school buses equipped with a plastic booster pump, 17k Webasto heater and a Webasto Smart Temp timer. The power circuit for the heater booster pump may be unfused.
Consequence: Without circuit protection, if the vehicle has a heater booster pump electrical failure, it can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will relocate the circuit to a fused section of the power distribution center, free of charge. The recall began on May 12, 2017. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590. Navistar's number for...
View full details →Recall 16V837000 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
| 20,673 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2011-2016 IC Bus CE school buses manufactured November 3, 2009, to February 26, 2015, and 2012-2015 IC Bus BE school buses manufactured August 2, 2010, to September 15, 2014. The affected vehicles have a water shutoff valve, inside, forward of driver heater (feature code 48PPJ or 48PPP) that has a formed heater...
Consequence: If hot, pressurized coolant suddenly spills into the operator's foot area, there is an increased risk of a burn injury or a crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the formed heater hose with a more robust one, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2017. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall...
View full details →Recall 16V765000 — EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
| 685 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2015 IC Bus AE and BE, 2015-2017 CE and 2016-2017 RE school buses, equipped with certain model S2005, S2010, S5005, S5010, S5505, and S5510 wheelchair lifts by Ricon. The affected lifts are equipped with folding link arms that may have pivot holes that are too big, allowing the bearings to move out...
Consequence: If the bearings move out of position, the stowed platform may have excessive movement resulting in failure of the platform mounting. This failure could cause the wheel chair lift platform to fall out of the vehicle when the doors are opened, increasing the risk of injury for the lift operator.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the link arms for damage or for displaced bearings. The platform will be inspected for cracks. Any damaged parts will be replaced, free of charge. The recall began on December 28, 2016....
View full details →Recall 16V454000 — STRUCTURE:EMERGENCY:ESCAPE/EGRESS/EXIT
| 1,787 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2016-2017 IC Bus CE school buses manufactured June 15, 2015, to May 20, 2016, and RE school buses manufactured June 18, 2015, to April 27, 2016. These buses may have been manufactured without reflective outline tape around the emergency exit roof hatches. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements for...
Consequence: Absence of the reflective outline tape may reduce conspicuity of the emergency exit roof hatches, reducing the ability of emergency personnel to identify and gain access to the emergency roof hatches, possibly increasing the passenger's risk of personal injury or death during an emergency.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will install reflective tape around the roof hatch, free of charge. The recall began n July 18, 2016. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 16505.
View full details →Recall 16V091000 — STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
| 9,662 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 IC CE school buses manufactured from November 24, 2014, through January 22, 2016. In the affected vehicles, the hood straps used to latch the hood closed may become elongated and not return to their original length. As a result, the hood may open unexpectedly when the bus is braking.
Consequence: If the hood opens while braking, the driver's vision may be obstructed, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hood straps, free of charge. The recall began on April 18, 2016. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 16502.
View full details →Recall 16V030000 — OTHER:SCHOOL BUS STOP ARM ASSEMBLY
| 529 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 IC CE school buses manufactured May 4, 2015, to December 15, 2015, and 2016 IC RE school buses manufactured July 17, 2015, to December 15, 2015, and equipped with certain Transpec T6000, T6100, and T7000 series school bus stop arms. The affected stop arms have a reflective decal that may peel...
Consequence: Without a reflective decal, the stop arms would have reduced visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the stop arm blade assembly, free of charge. The recall began on March 17, 2016. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590, or Specialty customer service at 1-800-951-7867. Navistar's number for...
View full details →Recall 15V166000 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
| 68 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 IC CE school buses manufactured August 8, 2014, to February 20, 2015, and 2015-2016 IC RE school buses manufactured July 31, 2014, to January 9, 2015, equipped with Haldex air brake actuators. The affected brake actuators may have been manufactured with an incomplete attachment of the internal rubber diaphragm to the...
Consequence: If the brakes drag and overheat there is an increased risk of a wheel end fire.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the Haldex Life Seal Brake chambers, free of charge. The recall began on June 19, 2015. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 15505. Note:...
View full details →Recall 15V084000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
| 6,302 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 IC CE school buses manufactured October 3, 2013, to March 16, 2015. In the affected school buses, the powertrain wiring harness may contact the high pressure fuel line for one of the fuel injectors, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Consequence: If the high pressure fuel line leaks, fuel may spray into the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional harness saddle and cable tie strap to provide proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2015. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for...
View full details →Recall 15V084000 — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
| 6,302 vehicles affected
Defect: Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 IC CE school buses manufactured October 3, 2013, to March 16, 2015. In the affected school buses, the powertrain wiring harness may contact the high pressure fuel line for one of the fuel injectors, possibly resulting in a fuel leak.
Consequence: If the high pressure fuel line leaks, fuel may spray into the engine compartment, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional harness saddle and cable tie strap to provide proper clearance, free of charge. The recall began February 20, 2015. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2016 IC BUS CESB
1 complaint has been filed with NHTSA for the 2016 IC BUS CESB. Below is a breakdown by vehicle component.
| Component | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Injuries | Deaths |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Seat Belts | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Most Recent Complaints
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2016 IC BUS CE. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE ATTEMPTING TO SECURE THE DRIVERS SEAT BELT THE CLIP FRACTURED. THE LOCAL DEALER RUSH INTERNATIONAL (537 IRLEN DR GEROME ID) WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE AND INDICATED THAT THE ENTIRE SEAT BELT NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT INDICATED THAT SIMILAR FAILURES WERE ALSO EXPERIENCED WITH TWO ADDITIONAL BUSES. THE FAILURES WERE NOT REPAIRED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 20,000. *DT *TR*DT*JB
Safety Rating for the 2016 IC BUS CESB
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2016 IC BUS CESB in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2016 IC BUS CESB
International Motors, LLC has issued 14 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2016 IC BUS CESB. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
IK1201490 — ENGINE
The purpose of this article is to provide updated guidance regarding PSI 8.8L repair versus engine replacement.
IK1201490 — ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Inspection of camshaft for PSI 8.8L Propane and Gasoline Engines
IK0400016 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Aggressive Brakes with Air Brake Foot Valve Leak on Bus; only models with feature code 04WEA - Parking Brake Interlock - With Air Brakes Only
REC17512 — SEAT BELTS
Certain IMMI school bus seat assemblies equipped with 3-point lap and shoulder belts do not satisfy the requirements of FMVSS 210.
REC17512 — SEATS
Certain IMMI school bus seat assemblies equipped with 3-point lap and shoulder belts do not satisfy the requirements of FMVSS 210.
REC17508 — STEERING
The castellated nut and cotter pin that fastens the tie rod end to the steering knuckle may have not been tightened to their specified assembly torque and over time may loosen resulting in looseness in steering; School Bus only.
IK1201373 — FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
PSI Propane Engine Exhaust Leak; only models equipped with PSI 8.8L Propane engine
MIN16108 — FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
Certain vehicles may have been built without an air line causing the fan drive to run continuously
REC16502 — STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
The hood latch straps used to latch the hood closed may become elongated and not return to their original specified length.
REC16503 — LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
The hood latch straps used to latch the hood closed may become elongated and not return to their original specified length.
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NHTSA Investigations for the 2016 IC BUS CESB
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the IC BUS CESB
- 2011 IC BUS CESB — 0 complaints
- 2012 IC BUS CESB — 0 complaints
- 2015 IC BUS CESB — 0 complaints
- 2016 IC BUS CESB (current)
- 2017 IC BUS CESB — 0 complaints
- 2018 IC BUS CESB — 0 complaints
- 2019 IC BUS CESB — 0 complaints
- 2020 IC BUS CESB — 0 complaints
- 2021 IC BUS CESB — 3 complaints
Other IC BUS Models
- IC BUS CE — 23 total complaints
- IC BUS PB105 — 11 total complaints
- IC BUS CASB — 4 total complaints
- IC BUS RESB — 4 total complaints
- IC BUS CE SBUS — 2 total complaints
- IC BUS BE — 1 total complaint
- IC BUS FECB — 1 total complaint
- IC BUS RE — 1 total complaint