Recall 10V221 affects 154 2011 Ic Bus Ce school buses for a misrouted power-steering hose. Repair is free at any franchised Ic Bus dealer.
Ic Bus is recalling 154 2011 Ce school buses because a high-pressure power steering hose was routed incorrectly and can chafe against the reservoir bracket. A leak in the engine compartment can start a fire and lead to property damage, injury, or death; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The high pressure power steering hose on the 2011 Ic Bus Ce school bus carries pressurized steering fluid between the pump and the steering assist system. That pressure helps the driver turn the front wheels with less effort, especially at low speed or while maneuvering around a stop or loading area. In NHTSA campaign 10V221, the problem is the hose routing, not the normal steering design.
On the affected buses, the hose was routed incorrectly near the power steering reservoir bracket. As the bus runs, that contact point can rub the hose surface and wear through it. Once the hose is damaged, power steering fluid can leak into the engine compartment.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver or maintenance technician should treat any visible steering fluid leak near the engine compartment or reservoir area as a reason to park the bus and have the recall repair handled by an Ic Bus dealer.
Who's affected?
| 2011 Ic Bus Ce | power steering system |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 154 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A high-pressure power steering fluid leak in the engine compartment can start a fire and result in property damage, injury, or death. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair soon and follow dealer instructions before continued service. Repair will be free at any franchised Ic Bus dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011 Ic Bus Ce is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer and ask whether the free power-steering-hose routing repair is open for your VIN.
- Reference recall number 10V221 when you call Ic Bus customer service or the dealer.
- Schedule the hose routing repair that keeps the power steering hose from chafing and leaking fluid in the engine compartment.
- Avoid driving the bus if you see power steering fluid, smoke, or a burning smell; call the dealer before moving it.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Ic Bus technician checks the high pressure power steering hose routing and repairs the bus free of charge. The defect involves a hose routed close enough to the power steering reservoir bracket to chafe and leak fluid in the engine compartment. The source remedy says the safety recall began on June 11, 2010, but this record does not list a current remedy status. Confirm the recall is open for your VIN before arranging service. The known repair path is dealer service at no charge.
Timeline
| May 21, 2010 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 11, 2010 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 10V221?
Recall 10V221 covers 154 2011 Ic Bus Ce school buses with International MaxxForce DT engines. The high-pressure power steering hose was routed incorrectly, which can let it chafe against the power steering reservoir bracket and leak fluid in the engine compartment. Ic Bus dealers repair the buses for free.
What should I do if my 2011 Ic Bus Ce is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 10V221. If it is, contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer and ask for the free power-steering-hose repair. Reference recall number 10V221 when you call, or contact Ic Bus at 1-800-448-7825.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires manufacturers to repair safety defects at no cost, and the Ic Bus remedy says dealers will repair the buses free of charge. Parts and labor are covered at a franchised Ic Bus dealer.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire from a high-pressure power steering fluid leak in the engine compartment. Recall 10V221 lists property damage, personnel injury, or death as the official consequence. The repair path is the free dealer correction for the power-steering-hose routing.
When did the recall repair start?
The safety recall began on June 11, 2010. Ic Bus owners with an included VIN can contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer for the free repair and reference recall number 10V221 when scheduling service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/10V221000 |
|---|---|
| Ic Bus customer service | 1-800-448-7825 |
| NHTSA recall # | 10V221 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 10V221000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 3, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →