Seat back frame tube
Defect Summary
Navistar is recalling certain model year 2011 ic ce and re model school buses manufactured from february 22 through march 16, 2010 equipped with passenger flip seats. the weld that retains a reinforcement rod inside the seat back frame tube may fail allowing the rod to fall out of the frame. the seats fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Safety Consequence
Without the reinforcement rod, the strength of the seat may be compromised, increasing the risk of personal injury or death in the event of a crash.
Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners and dealers will repair the seats free of charge. the safety recall began on july 16, 2010. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825 .
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FAQ: Recall 10V217000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10V217000?
NHTSA recall 10V217000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on May 21, 2010. It addresses: Seat back frame tube. The recall affects approximately 129 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10V217000 or the manufacturer campaign number 10507. 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: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.