Failed knee impact testing/fmvss 222
Defect Summary
Navistar, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 ic bus ae, and 2011-2014 be, ce, and re buses. these buses were manufactured february 11, 2010, through june 17, 2013. the passenger seat foam padding did not adequately reduce the impact forces to the knee in the lower outside corners of the seat back during compliance testing. thus, these buses fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 222, "school bus passenger seating and crash protection."
Safety Consequence
In the event of a crash, the seat padding may not properly protect against knee impact force, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will install polystyrene blocks in the lower outside corners of each seat to increase the knee protection, free of charge. the recall began on october 10, 2013. owners may contact navistar at 1-800-448-7825. navistar's recall campaign number is 13512.
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FAQ: Recall 13V308000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 13V308000?
NHTSA recall 13V308000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on August 7, 2013. It addresses: Failed knee impact testing/fmvss 222. The recall affects approximately 22,264 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 13V308000 or the manufacturer campaign number 13512. 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.