NHTSA Recall 19V479000: Seat belts
Navistar, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 9 vehicles. It affects 2011 Ic Bus Ce.
| NHTSA campaign | 19V479000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 19511 |
| Component | SEAT BELTS |
| Report received | June 21, 2019 |
| Owner notification | September 23, 2019 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2011 IC CE transit buses equipped with certain non-retractable passenger two-point lap belts. After long term buckling and unbuckling of the seat belt, the plastic fingers on the male portion of the buckle may crack and fall off, requiring excessive force to buckle the seat belt.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the seat belt may not buckle or properly restrain a passenger in the event of a crash, increasing the risk of an injury.
Remedy
Navistar will notify owners and dealers will replace the seat belt assemblies, free of charge. Navistar issued interim notifications to owners on August 16, 2019. The recall began September 23, 2019. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825.
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.NHTSA is missing critical, required information for this safety recall. This information must be supplied through the NHTSA Recalls Portal within 5 working days of confirming its accuracy:- An identification and description of the risk to motor vehicle safety reasonably related to the defect or noncompliance as described by an increased risk of injury, fire or crash (49 CFR 573.6 (c)(5)).- A description of the manufacturer's program for remedying the defect or noncompliance (49 CFR 573.6 (c)(8)(i)).
Vehicles covered by recall 19V479000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ic Bus Ce | 2011 |
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.