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Vehicle recall · NHTSA · Published September 25, 2025

IC BUS CESB (2026) recall — Visibility

International recalls 2026 IC Bus CESB school buses due to potential left-side wiper failure, increasing crash risk. Owners should contact customer service for free wiper module replacement.

🇺🇸 NHTSA recall #25V640000VehicleInternational ›
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What happened, in plain English

International is recalling certain 2026 IC Bus CESB school buses because a weld failure can cause the left-side wiper to stop working. This reduces driver visibility and increases crash risk during rain or snow. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1342576-international-2026-ic-bus-cesb-wiper-failure-risk.

Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1342576-international-2026-ic-bus-cesb-wiper-failure-risk · Updated October 8, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #25V640000

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“International 2026 IC Bus CESB: Wiper Failure Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 8, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1342576-international-2026-ic-bus-cesb-wiper-failure-risk. Based on NHTSA recall #25V640000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=25V640000).

Why it’s dangerous

A weld failure in the crank shaft assembly can prevent the left-side windshield wiper from operating. This reduces the driver's ability to see outside the windshield during adverse weather, increasing crash risk.

Who’s affected

School bus owners with 2026 IC Bus CESB models are affected. Drivers using these buses during rain or snow are at higher risk due to reduced visibility.

How to tell if you have this one

Check if your 2026 IC Bus CESB school bus has a VIN that became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 17, 2025. The recall affects specific models with a weld issue in the crank shaft assembly.

  • Brand
    International
  • Category
    Vehicle
Based on the official NHTSA remedy

What to do — step by step

  1. Contact Customer Service

    Call International at 1-800-448-7825 to schedule a free wiper module replacement.

  2. Get Wiper Module Replacement

    Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper module at no cost to fix the wiper failure.

Official remedy

What NHTSA says to do

Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25515. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 17, 2025.

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Questions people ask

Why is this recall happening?

The recall is due to a potential weld failure in the crank shaft assembly that can prevent the left-side windshield wiper from working.

How can I check if my bus is affected?

Check if your 2026 IC Bus CESB school bus has a VIN that became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 17, 2025.

What should I do if my wiper isn't working?

Contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825 to schedule a free wiper module replacement.

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Contact International

We’ve drafted a message you can send International to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.

Subject: Recall 25V640000 — International International

Hello,

I own a International that is covered by recall 25V640000 from International.

The official recall notice states: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 27, 2025. Owners may contact International customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 25515. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 17, 2025.

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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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.

  • Official source: NHTSA Recall #25V640000 (September 25, 2025)
  • 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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