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NHTSA Recall 26V226000: Traction battery (electrical system) and switches/knobs/buttons (electrical system)

International Motors, LLC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,896 vehicles. It affects 2022–2027 Ic Bus Evsb.

1,896
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2026
owners notified (May 4)
NHTSA campaign26V226000
Manufacturer campaign26505
ComponentsELECTRICAL SYSTEM › PROPULSION SYSTEM › TRACTION BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › WIRING › SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS
Report receivedApril 9, 2026
Owner notificationMay 4, 2026
Initiated byManufacturer

Defect

International Motors, LLC (International) is recalling certain 2022-2027 IC Bus EVSB school buses. The high voltage disconnect switch may fail to shut off power to the battery.

Safety risk

Switch failure may lead to unintentionally working on an energized high voltage battery, increasing the risk of injury or death by electrical shock.

Remedy

Dealers will repair the high voltage disconnect connector bypass circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 4, 2026. Owners may contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26505. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning June 1, 2026.

Vehicles covered by recall 26V226000

Make and modelModel years
Ic Bus Evsb2022, 2023, 2024, 2025, 2026, 2027

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.