Safety Recall NHTSA · 14V043000 Reported February 7, 2014

Hybrid transmission software

International Motors, Llc · Power Train · 22 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
14V043000
Manufacturer Campaign
NR (Not Reported)
Component
Power Train
Vehicles Affected
22
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 7, 2014

Defect Summary

Navistar, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2012-2014 model year ce school buses manufactured december 31, 2010, through november 6, 2012, and equipped with eaton-brand hybrid automated transmissions. The software controlling the affected transmissions may improperly raise the vehicle's engine speed during downshifts without the driver's input.

Safety Consequence

The increase in engine speed may result in unintended acceleration, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Navistar will notify owners and eaton authorized service facilities will update the hybrid control module software version, free of charge. the recall began on may 28, 2014. owners may contact navistar at 1-331-332-1590.

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 14V043000 or campaign NR (Not Reported).
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 14V043000

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

What is recall 14V043000?

NHTSA recall 14V043000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on February 7, 2014. It addresses: Hybrid transmission software. The recall affects approximately 22 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V043000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.