NHTSA recall 17V579000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ic Bus Cesb
Reported Sep 20, 2017228 vehicles affectedNavistar, Inc.Maker’s number 17505Built Jul 7, 2017 – Aug 2, 2017
The defect
Navistar, Inc. (Navistar) is recalling certain 2018-2019 IC Bus CE school buses. The hydraulic brake hose on the steer axle may be improperly routed and, as a result, the brake hose may contact the tire.
The risk
Contact with the tire may cause the hose to leak brake fluid, affecting braking performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will correctly route the drop hose, replacing the drop hose if damage is found, free of charge. The recall began on October 11, 2017. Owners may contact Navistar customer service at 1-331-332-1590. Navistar's number for this recall is 17505.