IC BUS EVSB (2025) recall — Electrical System
International is recalling certain 2022-2027 IC Bus EVSB school buses due to a high voltage disconnect switch that may fail, causing electrical shock risk. Owners must contact customer service for free repairs.
Use caution until it’s fixed
Switch failure may lead to unintentionally working on an energized high voltage battery, increasing the risk of injury or death by electrical shock.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
International is recalling certain 2022-2027 IC Bus EVSB school buses because the high voltage disconnect switch may fail to shut off power to the battery, increasing the risk of electrical shock or injury. This recall affects school bus owners who purchased these vehicles during the specified years. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1342125-international-ic-bus-evsb-2025-electrical-system-recall-risk-of.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1342125-international-ic-bus-evsb-2025-electrical-system-recall-risk-of · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #26V226000
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“International IC Bus EVSB (2025) Electrical System Recall: Risk of Electrical Shock.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1342125-international-ic-bus-evsb-2025-electrical-system-recall-risk-of. Based on NHTSA recall #26V226000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V226000).
Why it’s dangerous
The high voltage disconnect switch may fail to shut off power to the battery, which could cause electrical shock. This failure might happen during normal operation, especially if the switch is not properly maintained or if the battery system is stressed.
Who’s affected
School bus owners who purchased International IC Bus EVSB models from 2022 to 2027 are most at risk. Drivers and passengers on these buses could face electrical shock if the switch fails.
How to tell if you have this one
Check your school bus for the International IC Bus EVSB model name and year (2022-2027). The recall covers vehicles with specific VINs that can be searched on NHTSA.gov starting June 1, 2026.
- Brand
International- Category
Vehicle
What to do — step by step
Contact Customer Service
Call International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825 to schedule a free repair for the high voltage disconnect connector bypass circuit.
Check VIN on NHTSA
Search your vehicle's VIN on NHTSA.gov starting June 1, 2026 to confirm if your bus is affected by this recall.
June 1, 2026
What NHTSA says to do
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.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The high voltage disconnect switch may fail to shut off power to the battery, increasing the risk of electrical shock or injury.
How do I know if my bus is affected?
Check your bus model and year (2022-2027) and search your VIN on NHTSA.gov starting June 1, 2026.
What should I do if my bus is affected?
Contact International's customer service at 1-800-448-7825 to schedule a free repair for the high voltage disconnect connector bypass circuit.
Contact International
We’ve drafted a message you can send International to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 26V226000 — International International Hello, I own a International that is covered by recall 26V226000 from International. The official recall notice states: 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. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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- Official source: NHTSA Recall #26V226000 (April 9, 2026)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 8, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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