NHTSA Recall 03V326000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
IC CORPORATION reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 75 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Amtran Ce.
| NHTSA campaign | 03V326000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 03304 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | August 28, 2003 |
| Owner notification | October 29, 2003 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain flat floor school buses were built with the incorrect hydraulic brake drop hoses from frame to axle. The hoses installed were 3 inches shorter than specified and may fail from tension caused by axle articulation.
Safety risk
This hose failure will result in the loss of rear brakes, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the hoses and bleed the brake system. Owner notification began on october 9, 2003. Owners should contact ic at 1-800-843-5615.
Notes
Ic recall no. 03304.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 03V326000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.