Motor Coach Industries | NHTSA Recall #09V345000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V345000 by Motor Coach Industries. Includes 352 affected units, WHEELCHAIR DOOR BECOMES UNLATCHED, component: STRUCTURE, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Mci is recalling model year 2001-2004 g4500 motor coaches equipped with wheelchair lifts. if the upper wheelchair door opens due to a malfunction of the door's latches, there is a telltale light in the instrument panel that illuminates to alert the driver that the upper wheelchair door is not fully latched and closed, however the driver could fail to notice that this light is illuminated.

Corrective Action

Dealers will install an audible alarm in the driver's area to provide an additional alert in the event the door is not fully closed and latched, and will reinforce the upper latch to improve its durability. the recall began on september 4, 2009. owners may contact mci customer service line at 1-800-241-2947.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V345000

Manufacturer: Motor Coach Industries

Report Received Date: 2009-09-02T00:00:00

Subject: Wheelchair door becomes unlatched

Component: Structure

Potentially Affected Units: 352

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mci is recalling model year 2001-2004 g4500 motor coaches equipped with wheelchair lifts. if the upper wheelchair door opens due to a malfunction of the door's latches, there is a telltale light in the instrument panel that illuminates to alert the driver that the upper wheelchair door is not fully latched and closed, however the driver could fail to notice that this light is illuminated.

Consequence Summary: This could result in the wheelchair door sliding open without further warning and expose passengers to the risk of falling from the coach while the vehicle is in motion.

Corrective Action: Dealers will install an audible alarm in the driver's area to provide an additional alert in the event the door is not fully closed and latched, and will reinforce the upper latch to improve its durability. the recall began on september 4, 2009. owners may contact mci customer service line at 1-800-241-2947.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 09V345000

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