Recall 13V019 covers 1,276 2012-2013 Ic Bus buses for an IPR harness wire that can shut down the engine. Repair is free.
Ic Bus is recalling 1,276 2012-2013 Casb, Re, and Recb buses because vibration can break the injection pressure regulator harness wire and shut the engine down unexpectedly. An unexpected shutdown while driving raises crash risk, and the Ic Bus dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The injection pressure regulator harness wire on the 2012-2013 Ic Bus Casb, Re, and Recb buses is an electrical lead in the engine control system. It carries the signal that helps control injection pressure on buses equipped with the affected I-6 engines. That pressure control helps the engine keep fuel delivery stable while the bus is running.
On these buses, vibration can damage the harness wire over time. The wire can break, which interrupts the signal to the injection pressure regulator. When that signal is lost, the engine can shut down unexpectedly instead of continuing to run.
There is no warning sign before failure. The first thing a driver notices can be the engine shutting off while the bus is in use.
Who's affected?
Covers Casb, Re, and Recb buses across the 2012 and 2013 model years, with electrical system and engine cooling components listed for each.
| 2013 Ic Bus Casb | electrical system |
|---|---|
| 2013 Ic Bus Casb | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2012 Ic Bus Re | electrical system |
| 2012 Ic Bus Re | Engine and engine cooling |
| 2013 Ic Bus Recb | electrical system |
| 2013 Ic Bus Recb | Engine and engine cooling |
| Units affected | 1,276 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific bus.
What's the safety risk?
An unexpected engine shutdown while driving takes away propulsion and increases crash risk. If the engine cuts out while moving, steer out of traffic, stop the vehicle, and contact the dealer for recall instructions. Repair will be free at any franchised Ic Bus dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2012-2013 Ic Bus Casb, Re, or Recb is included in this recall.
- Use Navistar's owner notice mailed on March 15, 2013 if you have it, or call Ic Bus customer service for recall status.
- Ask a franchised Ic Bus dealer about the free IPR wire connector replacement that fixes the harness wire damage linked to unexpected engine shutdown.
- Reference recall number 13V019 when you call the dealer or Ic Bus customer service.
- Drive cautiously until the repair is complete, and pull over safely if the engine shuts down while driving.
What happens at the repair
Once the dealer repair is available, an Ic Bus technician will replace the injection pressure regulator wire connector. That connector is part of the IPR harness, where vibration can break the wire and shut the engine down, as referenced in NHTSA campaign 13V019. The replacement parts and labor are free under the recall. The filing does not give a separate time estimate for the work, so ask the Ic Bus service desk how long the bus needs to stay at the shop.
Timeline
| January 17, 2013 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| March 15, 2013 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 13V019?
Recall 13V019 covers 1,276 2012-2013 Ic Bus Casb, Re, and Recb buses with an injection pressure regulator harness wire that can break from vibration. The engine can shut down unexpectedly while driving, increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the IPR wire connector for free.
What should I do if my 2012-2013 Ic Bus Casb, Re, or Recb is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 13V019. If it is, contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer to schedule replacement of the IPR wire connector. Reference recall number 13V019 when you call, or contact Navistar at 1-800-448-7825.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Navistar's recall remedy says dealers will replace the IPR wire connector free of charge. Parts and labor are covered when the bus is included in recall 13V019 and the work is completed through the franchised Ic Bus dealer network.
Is it safe to drive an Ic Bus with recall 13V019 open?
The listed risk is an unexpected engine shutdown while driving, which can increase crash risk. The recall does not include a do-not-drive order. If your VIN is included, schedule the free repair and ask the dealer service desk what operating guidance applies before the bus is repaired.
What if I bought this Ic Bus used?
The recall follows the VIN, not the first owner. If you bought the bus used or never received the original owner letter, check your VIN to confirm whether recall 13V019 applies, then contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer for the free connector replacement.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/13V019000 |
|---|---|
| Ic Bus customer service | 1-800-448-7825 |
| NHTSA recall # | 13V019 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 13V019000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (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 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →