Recall 25V783 affects 142 2023-2027 Ic Bus Cesb buses for incorrect GVWR and overload risk. Repair is free at any franchised Ic Bus dealer.
Ic Bus is recalling 142 2023-2027 Cesb school buses because, with every seat occupied and full fuel and fluid tanks, the bus can exceed its Gross Vehicle Weight Rating. That incorrect rating can lead to unintentional overloading and raise crash risk; Ic Bus dealers will complete the recall repair free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The certification label on a 2023-2027 Ic Bus Cesb school bus is the decal that tells an operator the bus's Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, or GVWR. GVWR is the maximum allowed weight for the bus with passengers, fuel, and other fluids on board. Drivers and fleet managers use that label to confirm the bus is loaded within its rated limit.
On affected Cesb buses, the printed GVWR does not match certain real bus configurations. International found that specific buses with listed brake, rear axle, body length, fuel tank, and passenger-count setups can exceed the GVWR printed on the label when the bus is filled with fuel and fluids and carrying the maximum number of occupants. The problem comes from the weight-estimating process used for those configurations.
An owner or driver will not feel this defect while driving because the issue is the rating shown on the certification label. There is no warning sign before failure.
Who's affected?
Covers Cesb buses across the 2023-2027 model years, all using the same certification label.
| 2023 Ic Bus Cesb | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
|---|---|
| 2027 Ic Bus Cesb | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2024 Ic Bus Cesb | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2025 Ic Bus Cesb | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| 2026 Ic Bus Cesb | vehicle label (placard or certification) |
| Units affected | 142 |
| Field incidents | NHTSA has logged no 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?
An incorrect GVWR gives owners the wrong weight limit for the bus. That error can lead to unintentional overloading, which increases the risk of a crash. Avoid loading the bus near its rated limit and schedule the dealer inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Ic Bus dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2023-2027 Ic Bus Cesb is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer to schedule the free inspection and any suspension repair needed to address the GVWR overloading risk.
- Bring the recall notice if one arrived, and reference recall number 25V783 when you call.
- Avoid carrying maximum occupants with full fuel and fluid reservoirs until the dealer confirms the bus matches its GVWR.
- Call Ic Bus customer service at 1-800-448-7825 with questions about scheduling or repair status.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, an Ic Bus technician inspects the suspension and repairs the suspension parts that need correction. The inspection, repair work, parts, and labor are free under the recall now that the remedy is available. International uses its general reimbursement plan for this campaign, so documented out-of-pocket suspension repairs tied to this recall are handled through that standard plan. Bring receipts and prior repair paperwork to the service desk, or contact International customer service to ask how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| November 13, 2025 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| January 5, 2026 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 12, 2026 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
| May 18, 2026 | Dealer notification began |
| May 18, 2026 | Dealer notification ended |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 25V783?
Recall 25V783 covers 142 2023-2027 Ic Bus Cesb school buses with an incorrect GVWR condition. When the bus is full and the fuel tank and fluid reservoirs are full, the bus can exceed its Gross Vehicle Weight Rating, increasing crash risk.
What should I do if my 2023-2027 Ic Bus Cesb is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific bus is included in recall 25V783. If it is, contact a franchised Ic Bus dealer to schedule the inspection and any needed suspension repair. Reference recall number 25V783 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. Ic Bus dealers will inspect the bus and repair the suspension as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is unintentional overloading. If the GVWR is too low for a fully occupied bus with full fuel and fluid reservoirs, the bus can be overloaded without the operator realizing it, increasing the risk of a crash.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/25V783000 |
|---|---|
| Ic Bus customer service | 1-800-448-7825 |
| NHTSA recall # | 25V783 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 25V783000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Report (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (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 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →