Motor Coach Industries | NHTSA Recall #09V350000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 09V350000 by Motor Coach Industries. Includes 53 affected units, TAG AXLE TIE ROD CLAMPS, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Mci is recalling model year 2009 d4500/4505 coaches equipped with the meritor fh 946 14,000 lb rated steerable tag axle. due to insufficient clamping force of the cylinder lock plate, it may move from its normal set position, which in turn could result in the tag axle not automatically locking, or locking with the wheels not in a straight ahead position.

Corrective Action

Dealers will provide replacement clamps that do not have paint on the clamping surfaces. this service will be performed free of charge. the recall began on september 14, 2009. owners may contact mci customer service line at 1-800-241-2947.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 09V350000
Manufacturer: Motor Coach Industries
Report Received Date: 2009-09-09T00:00:00
Subject: Tag axle tie rod clamps
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 53

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 331B
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Mci is recalling model year 2009 d4500/4505 coaches equipped with the meritor fh 946 14,000 lb rated steerable tag axle. due to insufficient clamping force of the cylinder lock plate, it may move from its normal set position, which in turn could result in the tag axle not automatically locking, or locking with the wheels not in a straight ahead position.
Consequence Summary: If the tag axle does not lock above 20 mph, there is a loss of lateral force control of the tag axle that can affect the steering of the vehicle. also during a turn the rear of the vehicle will swing further out in the opposite direction of the turn and could result in the coach striking another vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will provide replacement clamps that do not have paint on the clamping surfaces. this service will be performed free of charge. the recall began on september 14, 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

Metadata

SID: row-cw3b_7njx_bbbw
NHTSA ID: 09V350000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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