NHTSA Recall 11V427000: Alternator/generator/regulator (electrical system)
NAVISTAR, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 15,457 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ic Bus Be.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V427000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 11518 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR |
| Report received | August 18, 2011 |
| Owner notification | September 27, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2007-2012 ic ce and be school buses manufactured from june 27, 2006, through march 23, 2011, equipped with a maxxforce 7 engine feature code 12nth, 12ntd, 12nte, 12ntg, 12vyy, or 12627 and alternator feature code 0008ggr, 0008ggm, 0008gwx, or 0008gel. The positive alternator cable may rub on the engine control module mounting bracket, possibly chafing its insulation and causing an electrical short.
Safety risk
An electrical short may cause a vehicle fire possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury, or death.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace, if necessary, the alternator cable and the installation of the tie straps to route the alternator cable away from the engine control module mounting bracket. Repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on september 27, 2011. Owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
Notes
Navistar's recall campaign number is 11518.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 11V427000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ic Bus Be | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
| Ic Bus Ce | 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012 |
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.