MCI J4500 2014: SUSPENSION

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 17V207000

Make Model Year
MCI J4500 2014
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2017-06-13 2017-03-27 2017-03-28

Production Dates: 2013-06-03 - 2016-04-27

Manufacturers Involved: Motor Coach Industries

Manufacturer Campaign Number: Service Bulletin 452

Component: SUSPENSION

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 1165

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Motor Coach Industries "MCI" is recalling certain 2014 -2016 J4500 vehicles. The front sway bar on these vehicles may crack at the bushing/clamp locations.

Consequence

If the sway bar cracks, it can detach from the vehicle, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Motor Coach Industries "MCI" will notify owners and dealers will replace the sway bar assembly, free of charge. The recall began on June 13, 2017. Owners may contact Motor Industries at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is Service Bulletin 452.

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.