NHTSA Recall 13V397000: Barriers (seats)
Navistar, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 70 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ic Bus Casb.
| NHTSA campaign | 13V397000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 13513 |
| Component | SEATS › BARRIERS |
| Report received | September 3, 2013 |
| Owner notification | October 10, 2013 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance |
Defect
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 IC Bus CE and 2013 IC Bus RE school buses, manufactured August 20, 2012, through September 4, 2012. The school bus restraining barriers may have an insufficient weld at the base of the barrier frame that does not comply with the requirement of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS), No. 222, "School Bus Passenger Seating and Crash Protection."
Safety risk
The barriers may fail to restrain occupants from flying forward during crashes and sudden driving maneuvers, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the affected barrier frames. The recall began on October 10, 2013. Owners may contact Navistar at 1-331-332-1590. Navistar's recall number is 13513.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 13V397000
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.