The Recall Desk
SevereNHTSA·15V184000·Announced 2015-03-30

MCI Motor Coaches Recalled for Improperly Torqued Tie Rod Nuts

MCI is recalling 2014-2015 motor coaches because improperly torqued tie rod nuts may cause loss of vehicle control and increase crash risk.

What this means for you

Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect (tie rod assembly) that can result in loss of vehicle control and a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2014 J4500 and model year 2015 D4000ISTV, D4005, D4500, and D4505 motor coaches. The affected vehicles were manufactured between August 26, 2014, and December 3, 2014. The recall involves front and steerable tag axles where the tie rod nuts may be improperly torqued.

If the tie rod nuts are not properly torqued, the tie rod may not be adequately secured. This condition can result in a loss of vehicle control and increase the risk of a crash.

MCI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie rod nut torque and replace parts as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 15, 2015. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MCI D4500, J4500, D4005, D4000ISTV
Brand
MCI
Manufacturer
Motor Coach Industries
Category
Vehicle — Motor Coach
Hazard
Affected units
131

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (5)

  • D4500
  • J4500
  • D4005
  • D4000ISTV
  • D4505

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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