Recall 17V687000: 2018 MCI J4500
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Oct 30, 2017
- Vehicles affected
- 35
- Models
- 1
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2018 MCI J4500 buses. The primary air line was incorrectly hooked to the secondary air pressure gauge and the secondary air line was hooked to the primary air pressure gauge. As such, these buses fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
The risk
The incorrect air pressure readings may increase the risk of a crash by delaying the driver's reaction to addressing the low air condition.
The fix
MCI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the air lines for proper connection, repairing them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on December 12, 2017. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-29471. MCI's number for this recall is SB 455.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Affected vehicles
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 17V687000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SB 455
- Manufacturer
- Motor Coach Industries
- Owner letters
- Dec 12, 2017
- Components
- Service brakes, air:supply:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (Brakes)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology