Recall 19V027000: 2005–2013 MCI 102EL3, 2005–2013 MCI E4500, 2005–2015 MCI J4500
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Jan 7, 2019
- Vehicles affected
- 2,089
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2001-2015 J4500 and 1997-2013 102EL3/E4500 coaches equipped with a hydraulic rear axle (tag axle) steering system. The axle's alignment and low hydraulic pressure in the steering system may cause the steering system to lock, causing a loss of steering control at highway speeds.
The risk
Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
MCI will inspect and repair axle alignment, as necessary, free of charge. MCI issued owners an interim notification on March 26, 2019. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 14, 2021. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 469.
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
- 2005 MCI 102EL3
- 2006 MCI 102EL3
- 2007 MCI 102EL3
- 2008 MCI 102EL3
- 2009 MCI 102EL3
- 2010 MCI 102EL3
- 2011 MCI 102EL3
- 2012 MCI 102EL3
- 2013 MCI 102EL3
- 2005 MCI E4500
- 2006 MCI E4500
- 2007 MCI E4500
- 2008 MCI E4500
- 2009 MCI E4500
- 2010 MCI E4500
- 2011 MCI E4500
- 2012 MCI E4500
- 2013 MCI E4500
- 2005 MCI J4500
- 2006 MCI J4500
- 2007 MCI J4500
- 2008 MCI J4500
- 2009 MCI J4500
- 2010 MCI J4500
- 2011 MCI J4500
- 2012 MCI J4500
- 2013 MCI J4500
- 2014 MCI J4500
- 2015 MCI J4500
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V027000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SB 469
- Manufacturer
- Motor Coach Industries
- Owner letters
- May 14, 2021
- Components
- Steering:hydraulic power assist system (Steering)
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