Recall 18V316 affects 14 2018 Ic Bus Ce buses for hard-to-open emergency-window release handles. Repair is free at any franchised Ic Bus dealer.
Ic Bus is recalling 14 2018 Ce transit buses because the emergency window release mechanism can be hard to open during an emergency. If extra force is needed to pull the release handle, passengers can be delayed while exiting, increasing the risk of injury, and Ic Bus dealers will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
The emergency window release mechanism on a 2018 Ic Bus Ce bus is the latch and handle assembly that lets passengers or emergency crews open an exit window. In normal use, the handle moves latch parts out of the way so the window releases from the bus body. The window has to open with controlled force, because it is part of the emergency exit system.
On affected buses, the release mechanism has too much friction in its moving parts. The design did not account for tolerance stack up, which means small part-to-part variations add together and make the handle harder to pull. Without dry lubricant, some handles exceed the 89 Newtons, 20 pounds, pull-force requirement.
What you notice is a stiff emergency window handle during inspection. The condition can be found during a pre-trip check by cycling the exit windows and confirming that each release handle opens properly.
Who's affected?
| 2018 Ic Bus Ce | body or structural component |
|---|---|
| Units affected | 14 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 50 field incidents to date. |
Not every 2018 Ic Bus Ce bus is on the list. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A release handle that takes extra force can slow exit through the window during an emergency and increase injury risk. During pre-trip inspection, cycle the exit windows and treat any hard pull or sticking latch as a reason to schedule service soon. Repair is free at any franchised Ic Bus dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2018 Ic Bus Ce is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer to schedule the free dry-lubricant repair for the emergency-window latch assembly, so the release handles open without extra force.
- Bring the recall notice if you have one. Reference recall number 18V316 when you call.
- Keep emergency-window release handles clear and report any latch that is hard to pull until the repair is complete.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Ic Bus technician applies dry lubricant to the emergency window latch assembly so the release mechanism opens as intended. The recall repair is free, with parts and labor covered. Navistar's standard reimbursement plan applies for related repairs paid before the owner notice. Use the reimbursement instructions included with the customer notification, and bring documentation for any related out of pocket repair when you contact Navistar or the service desk.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 15, 2018 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| June 13, 2018 | Owner notification mailed |
| July 13, 2018 | Dealer notification began |
| July 13, 2018 | Dealer notification ended |
| July 13, 2018 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| July 13, 2018 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 18V316?
Recall 18V316 covers 14 2018 Ic Bus Ce transit buses with emergency window release mechanisms that can be difficult to open. That defect fails the federal bus emergency exit standard and can hinder exit during an emergency, increasing injury risk. Ic Bus dealers will apply dry lubricant to the latch assembly for free.
What should I do if my 2018 Ic Bus Ce is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 18V316. If it is, contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer to schedule the latch assembly lubricant repair. Reference recall number 18V316 when you call. The repair is free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost, and the recall remedy says dealers will apply dry lubricant to the emergency window latch assembly free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is slower or harder emergency exit through the affected windows. If extra force is needed to pull the release handle, passengers can be delayed during an emergency, increasing injury risk. The dealer repair addresses the latch assembly so the release mechanism opens as intended.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/18V316000 |
|---|---|
| Ic Bus customer service | 1-800-448-7825 |
| NHTSA recall # | 18V316 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 18V316000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 25, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →