Safety Recall NHTSA · 26V111000 Reported February 26, 2026

Brake lines may become damaged and leak

International Motors, Llc · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 4,393 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
26V111000
Manufacturer Campaign
26502
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
4,393
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 26, 2026

Defect Summary

International motors, llc (international) is recalling certain 2023-2027 ic bus cesb school buses. The brake lines may have been installed with incorrect hardware, which can result in brake line damage and cause a leak.

Safety Consequence

A brake fluid leak can extend the distance required to stop, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect and replace the brake lines and brake line retainers as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed april 27, 2026. Owners may contact international's customer service at 1-800-448-7825. International's number for this recall is 26502. Vehicle identification numbers (vins) involved in this recall will be searchable on nhtsa.gov beginning april 20, 2026.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference recall ID 26V111000 or campaign 26502.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 26V111000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 26V111000?

NHTSA recall 26V111000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on February 26, 2026. It addresses: Brake lines may become damaged and leak. The recall affects approximately 4,393 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 26V111000 or the manufacturer campaign number 26502. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-20. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.