Improperly seated brake chamber diaphragm
Defect Summary
Navistar, inc. (navistar) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 ic ce school buses manufactured august 8, 2014, to february 20, 2015, and 2015-2016 ic re school buses manufactured july 31, 2014, to january 9, 2015, equipped with haldex air brake actuators. the affected brake actuators may have been manufactured with an incomplete attachment of the internal rubber diaphragm to the actuation mechanism. this could cause dragging or overheated brakes.
Safety Consequence
If the brakes drag and overheat there is an increased risk of a wheel end fire.
Corrective Action
Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the haldex life seal brake chambers, free of charge. the recall began on june 19, 2015. owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. navistar's number for this recall is 15505. note: this recall supersedes recall 14v-808.
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FAQ: Recall 15V166000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V166000?
NHTSA recall 15V166000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on March 23, 2015. It addresses: Improperly seated brake chamber diaphragm. The recall affects approximately 68 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 15V166000 or the manufacturer campaign number 15505. 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.