Recall 19V217 affects 20,142 2017-2020 Ic Bus Cesb and Ce buses for overheating fuel-heater wiring. Free repair once Ic Bus opens it.
Ic Bus is recalling 20,142 2017-2020 Cesb and Ce school buses equipped with Cummins B6.7 diesel engines because wiring inside the fuel heater can overheat, melt plastic, and start a fire. The defect can also stall the engine and raise crash risk; the dealer repair will be free once Ic Bus opens the final remedy.
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What's wrong?
The fuel heater on affected 2017-2020 Ic Bus Cesb and Ce school buses sits in the diesel fuel module on Cummins B6.7 engines with the listed fuel module options. Its job is to warm diesel fuel in cold conditions so the engine can start and keep fuel flowing normally. The heater is an electrical part inside a plastic fuel-module area, so it needs clean, controlled current.
On these buses, electrical arcing can happen inside the fuel heater. Arcing is a spark or jump of electricity where it does not belong. That heat can overheat wiring, melt plastic in the fuel heater, and start a fire. The same problem can also disrupt fuel delivery enough for the engine to stall.
Before failure, service staff can see melted material at the fuel heater. Drivers or technicians can notice smoke, or the engine can become harder to start.
Who's affected?
Spans the Cesb and Ce bus models across 2017-2020, tied to the same diesel fuel-system pre-heater component.
| 2017 Ic Bus Cesb | fuel system |
|---|---|
| 2018 Ic Bus Cesb | fuel system |
| 2019 Ic Bus Cesb | fuel system |
| 2020 Ic Bus Cesb | fuel system |
| 2018 Ic Bus Ce | fuel system |
| 2017 Ic Bus Ce | fuel system |
| 2019 Ic Bus Ce | fuel system |
| Units affected | 20,142 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 4 field incidents to date. |
The year and model narrow the scope, but the VIN decides. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
A fire increases injury risk, and an engine stall increases crash risk. Treat smoke, visible melting at service, or increasing difficulty starting as a reason to stop using the bus and call the dealer. Repair will be free at any franchised Ic Bus dealer once Ic Bus opens it.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2017-2020 Ic Bus Cesb or Ce is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer or Cummins service dealer to ask for the current repair instructions before scheduling service.
- Reference recall number 19V217 when you call, and have the Cummins B6.7 engine information ready if the dealer asks for it.
- Ask about the free fuel-heater replacement that fixes the overheating heater wiring linked to fire and engine-stall risk.
- Bring the owner notice if your fleet received one.
What happens at the repair
The current remedy status is interim, so confirm availability before scheduling the final repair. Once the final repair opens, an Ic Bus technician will replace the fuel heater with the newly designed fuel heater at no charge. The work addresses the fuel heater wiring issue described in campaign 19V217, where overheating inside the fuel heater can melt plastic, create a fire risk, or lead to engine stalling. Parts and labor are covered under the recall once the remedy is available.
Timeline
| March 20, 2019 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| April 22, 2019 | Dealer notification began |
| April 22, 2019 | Dealer notification ended |
| April 22, 2019 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| May 2, 2019 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 19V217?
Recall 19V217 covers 20,142 2017-2020 Ic Bus Cesb and Ce school buses with Cummins B6.7 diesel engines and specified fuel module options. Wiring inside the fuel heater can overheat, melt plastic in the fuel heater, start a fire, or lead to an engine stall.
What should I do if my 2017-2020 Ic Bus Cesb or Ce is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 19V217. If it is, contact a franchised Cummins dealer or Ic Bus service contact and ask about the fuel-heater replacement. Reference recall number 19V217 when you call. The dealer repair is free once available for your VIN.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 19V217, Cummins dealers replace the fuel heater with a newly designed fuel heater free of charge once the repair is open for the affected bus.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire or stalling. NHTSA campaign 19V217 says overheated wiring inside the fuel heater can melt plastic and start a fire, which increases injury risk. The same defect can also stall the engine, which increases crash risk.
When did the recall begin?
The recall began May 2, 2019. If your bus was bought used or changed fleets, check the VIN instead of relying on a mailed notice. Cummins customer service is listed at 1-800-286-6467, and Ic Bus customer service is listed at 1-800-448-7825.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/19V217000 |
|---|---|
| Ic Bus customer service | 1-800-286-6467 |
| NHTSA recall # | 19V217 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 19V217000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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