Recall 20V233000: 2018–2019 MCI J3500, 2014–2019 MCI J4500
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Apr 27, 2020
- Vehicles affected
- 2,272
- Models
- 2
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2014-2019 J4500 and 2018-2019 J3500 motor coaches. The brake hoses may crack or otherwise fail resulting in an air leak. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
The risk
A leaking brake hose could cause a delay in the actuation time of the front brake, which would increase vehicle's stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix
MCI will notify owners to inspect the brake hoses and replace any hoses that are leaking or otherwise damaged. MCI will reimburse owners for the cost of the inspection, and will provide replacement parts as necessary, free of charge. The recall began June 26, 2020. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 481.
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
- 2018 MCI J3500
- 2019 MCI J3500
- 2014 MCI J4500
- 2015 MCI J4500
- 2016 MCI J4500
- 2017 MCI J4500
- 2018 MCI J4500
- 2019 MCI J4500
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 20V233000
- Manufacturer campaign
- SB 481
- Manufacturer
- Motor Coach Industries
- Owner letters
- Jun 26, 2020
- Components
- Service brakes, air (Brakes); 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