Recall 22V369 affects 128 2022-2023 Ic Bus Re, 1300 Fbc, and Ce buses for a loose steering wheel nut. Do not drive. Free dealer repair.
A loose or detached steering wheel increases the risk of a crash because steering input becomes unreliable. Do not drive the vehicle, even for short trips. If the wheel rattles under the horn pad or feels loose, keep it parked and arrange repair or towing through the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Ic Bus dealer.
Ic Bus is recalling 128 2022-2023 Re, 1300 Fbc, and Ce transit buses because the steering wheel retaining nut was tightened incorrectly, which can let the wheel loosen or detach from the steering column shaft. Do not drive an included bus; a loose or detached steering wheel increases crash risk, and an Ic Bus dealer will complete the free repair.
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What's wrong?
On 2022-2023 Ic Bus Re, 1300 Fbc, and Ce buses, the steering wheel retaining nut is the fastener that clamps the steering wheel to the steering column shaft. The column shaft carries the driver's turning input down into the steering system. That nut has to stay tight so the wheel and shaft move together as one piece.
On affected buses, the retaining nut was tightened incorrectly during assembly. Inspection found under-torqued nuts in the build period tied to this recall, while the final root cause was not identified in the filing. If the nut backs off, the steering wheel can loosen on the shaft and detach from the column, leaving the driver without normal steering input.
Before separation, the operator can hear a rattle under the horn pad or feel the steering wheel loosen in their hands. Treat either sign as a steering concern and keep the bus out of service until an Ic Bus dealer completes the recall repair.
Who's affected?
Covers Re, 1300 Fbc, and Ce bus models across the 2022 and 2023 model years; the steering wheel retaining nut is the shared part.
| 2023 Ic Bus Re | steering wheel |
|---|---|
| 2023 Ic Bus 1300 Fbc | steering wheel |
| 2022 Ic Bus Re | steering wheel |
| 2022 Ic Bus Ce | steering wheel |
| 2023 Ic Bus Ce | steering wheel |
| Units affected | 128 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged 2 field incidents to date. |
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?
A loose or detached steering wheel increases the risk of a crash because steering input becomes unreliable. Do not drive the vehicle, even for short trips. If the wheel rattles under the horn pad or feels loose, keep it parked and arrange repair or towing through the dealer. Repair is free at any franchised Ic Bus dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2022-2023 Ic Bus Re, 1300 Fbc, or Ce is included in this recall.
- Do not drive the bus until the steering-wheel-nut repair is complete.
- Arrange a tow if the bus has to be moved to the dealer; do not drive it there yourself.
- Contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer to schedule the free thread-locker steering-wheel-nut repair that keeps the steering wheel secured to the column shaft.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it, and reference recall number 22V369 when you call.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Ic Bus technician removes the steering wheel retaining nut, applies thread locker, and reinstalls the nut so the steering wheel stays secured to the steering column shaft. The recall repair is free, including parts and labor. Do not drive the vehicle until this repair is complete. If you already paid for a related steering wheel retaining nut repair before the owner notice, Navistar's reimbursement plan applies. Follow the reimbursement instructions in the customer notification or ask the Ic Bus service desk how to submit the paperwork.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| May 23, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| May 23, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| May 23, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| May 23, 2022 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| May 23, 2022 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| May 25, 2022 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V369?
Recall 22V369 covers 128 2022-2023 Ic Bus Re, 1300 Fbc, and Ce transit buses with a steering wheel retaining nut that was tightened incorrectly. The steering wheel can loosen or detach from the steering column shaft, increasing crash risk. Do not drive until the free dealer repair is complete.
What should I do if my 2022-2023 Ic Bus Re, 1300 Fbc, or Ce is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 22V369. If it is, do not drive it. Contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer and reference recall 22V369 or Navistar recall 22512. The dealer will complete the steering wheel nut repair for free.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 22V369, Ic Bus dealers will remove the steering wheel nut, apply thread locker, and reinstall the nut free of charge.
What does Do not drive mean for this Ic Bus recall?
Do not drive the bus until the dealer completes the repair. The recall involves the steering wheel loosening or detaching from the steering column shaft, which increases crash risk. If the bus needs to move, ask the dealer about safe transport before moving it.
Who should I call about recall 22V369?
Call a franchised Ic Bus dealer first to arrange the free repair and reference recall 22V369 or Navistar recall 22512. Owners can also contact Navistar customer service at 331-332-1590 for recall support.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V369000 |
|---|---|
| Ic Bus customer service | 331-332-1590 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V369 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V369000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Report (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 20, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →