Recall 20V233000 — SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS Defect in 2014-2019 MCI J4500
RECALL This recall affects up to 2,272 vehicles.
Recall Summary
| NHTSA Campaign | 20V233000 |
| Manufacturer | Motor Coach Industries |
| Vehicles Affected | 2,272 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:SUPPLY:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Date Notified | |
| Affected Vehicles |
Defect Description
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."
Safety Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
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|---|---|---|---|---|
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| 25V457000 | 2025 MCI J3500 | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS | 321 | |
| 24V625000 | 2021 MCI D45CRTELE | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY | 24 | |
| 24V073000 | 2023 MCI D4500 | EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR LIFT/RAMP | 2,114 | |
| 23V240000 | 2019 MCI D45CRTLE | EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL:CARRIER/RACK | 140 | |
| 21V971000 | 2021 MCI D45CRTLE | FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:FUEL RAIL | 1,125 | |
| 21V748000 | 2021 MCI D45 CRT LE | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2,455 | |
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