Safety Recall NHTSA · 16V091000 Reported February 18, 2016

Hood may open unexpectedly while braking

International Motors, Llc · Structure · 9,662 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
16V091000
Manufacturer Campaign
16502
Component
Structure
Vehicles Affected
9,662
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
February 18, 2016
Completion Rate
83.02

Defect Summary

Navistar, inc. Is recalling certain model year 2016-2017 ic ce school buses manufactured from november 24, 2014, through january 22, 2016. in the affected vehicles, the hood straps used to latch the hood closed may become elongated and not return to their original length. as a result, the hood may open unexpectedly when the bus is braking.

Safety Consequence

If the hood opens while braking, the driver's vision may be obstructed, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Navistar will notify owners, and dealers will replace the hood straps, free of charge. the recall began on april 18, 2016. owners may contact navistar customer service at 1-800-448-7825. navistar's number for this recall is 16502.

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 16V091000 or campaign 16502.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 16V091000

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

What is recall 16V091000?

NHTSA recall 16V091000 was issued by International Motors, Llc on February 18, 2016. It addresses: Hood may open unexpectedly while braking. The recall affects approximately 9,662 vehicles, with the defect involving the Structure component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized International Motors, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 16V091000 or the manufacturer campaign number 16502. 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.