Recall 11V428 covers 73 2007-2012 Ic Bus Ce and Be buses for alternator cable chafing. Repair is free at any franchised Ic Bus dealer.
Ic Bus is recalling 73 2007-2012 Ce and Be commercial buses because the positive alternator cable can rub against the engine control module mounting bracket, chafe its insulation, and create an electrical short. An electrical short can start a vehicle fire, with risk of property damage, personal injury, or death; the dealer repair will be free once Ic Bus makes it available.
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What's wrong?
The positive alternator cable on 2007-2012 Ic Bus Ce and Be buses carries charging current from the alternator into the bus electrical system. On these buses, the alternator works with the battery to keep electrical power available while the engine runs. The cable needs intact insulation because it carries high current close to metal engine parts.
On affected buses with the listed MaxxForce 7 engine and alternator feature codes, that cable sits close enough to the engine control module mounting bracket to rub against it. The bracket is a metal support for the computer that manages engine operation. Over time, contact with the bracket can chafe the cable insulation until the conductor is exposed, creating an electrical short.
There is no warning sign before failure. A driver or maintenance shop will not have a reliable dash light, noise, or handling symptom that confirms the cable insulation has worn through.
Who's affected?
Covers Be and Ce buses across the 2007-2012 model years, with the electrical system component listed for each.
| 2009 Ic Bus Ce | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2008 Ic Bus Be | electrical system |
| 2009 Ic Bus Be | electrical system |
| 2008 Ic Bus Ce | electrical system |
| 2007 Ic Bus Ce | electrical system |
| 2010 Ic Bus Be | electrical system |
| 2007 Ic Bus Be | electrical system |
| 2010 Ic Bus Ce | electrical system |
| 2011 Ic Bus Be | electrical system |
| 2011 Ic Bus Ce | electrical system |
| 2012 Ic Bus Ce | electrical system |
| 2012 Ic Bus Be | electrical system |
| Units affected | 73 |
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?
An electrical short can start a vehicle fire, with risk of property damage, personal injury, or death. Schedule the recall repair soon and avoid unnecessary operation until the bus is inspected. Repair will be free at any franchised Ic Bus dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2007-2012 Ic Bus Ce or Be is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer to schedule the free alternator-cable inspection and repair that prevents cable chafing near the engine control module bracket.
- Ask the dealer whether the alternator cable needs replacement or tie-strap routing before the bus returns to service.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 11V428 when you call.
- Avoid operating the bus if you see damaged cable insulation, burning odor, smoke, or other signs of an electrical short.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Ic Bus technician will inspect the alternator cable and replace it if the insulation or cable condition requires it. The technician will install tie straps to route the alternator cable away from the engine control module mounting bracket so it no longer rubs there. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under the recall.
Timeline
| August 18, 2011 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 27, 2011 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 11V428?
Recall 11V428 covers 73 2007-2012 Ic Bus Ce and Be commercial buses with MaxxForce 7 engine and listed alternator feature codes. The positive alternator cable can rub the engine control module mounting bracket, chafe through insulation, and create an electrical short. Dealers inspect and replace the cable if needed, then secure its routing for free.
What should I do if my 2007-2012 Ic Bus Ce or Be is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 11V428. If it is, contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer and ask for the alternator cable inspection. The dealer will replace the cable if needed and install tie straps to route it away from the bracket for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the defect repair at no cost, and Ic Bus dealers perform this campaign free of charge. The repair includes inspecting the alternator cable, replacing it if needed, and installing tie straps to keep the cable away from the engine control module mounting bracket.
What is the safety risk in recall 11V428?
The safety risk is a vehicle fire from an electrical short. The positive alternator cable can chafe against the engine control module mounting bracket, damage its insulation, and short out. Ic Bus dealers fix the routing problem for free by inspecting the cable, replacing it if needed, and securing it with tie straps.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/11V428000 |
|---|---|
| Ic Bus customer service | 1-800-448-7825 |
| NHTSA recall # | 11V428 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 11V428000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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