Mci product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

December 14, 2015

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Motor Coach Industries, Inc recalls 2015 Mci D4500, D4505

Recall number

15V837000

Brand / firm

Mci

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 32 units

Why it was recalled

If the bracket separates from the axle housing, vehicle control may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2015 D4500 motor coaches manufactured January 23, 2015, to May 1, 2015, and D4505 motor coaches manufactured May 12, 2015, to May 13, 2015. The affected coaches have drive axles that may be missing welds on the hanger brackets, allowing the hanger bracket to separate from the axle housing.

What to do

MCI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the coaches and replace the affected axles, free of charge. The recall began on January 4, 2016. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 429.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.