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NHTSA Recall 21V838000: Engine control module (ecu/ecm) (engine and engine cooling)

Navistar, Inc. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 5 vehicles. It affects 2020–2021 Ic Bus Ce.

5
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2022
owners notified (January 18)
NHTSA campaign21V838000
Manufacturer campaign21508
ComponentENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › ENGINE CONTROL MODULE (ECU/ECM)
Report receivedOctober 25, 2021
Owner notificationJanuary 18, 2022
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2020-2021 IC CE transit buses. The engine control module (ECM) may set a fault code that results in an unexpected engine shut down.

Safety risk

Unexpected engine shut down can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers.

Remedy

Dealers will update the engine control unit software, free of charge. Owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed January 18, 2022. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. Navistar's number for this recall is 21508.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by recall 21V838000

Make and modelModel years
Ic Bus Ce2020, 2021

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.