Motor Coach Industries | NHTSA Recall #11V190000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 11V190000 by Motor Coach Industries. Includes 51 affected units, TAG AXLE BOLTS/ARVINMERITOR, component: POWER TRAIN, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Mci is recalling certain model year 2011 mci j4500 motor coaches manufactured from december 1, 2010 through february 28, 2011, and equipped with arvinmeritor mc16 and mc16 type tag axle assemblies. the bolts used to connect the axle housing to the spindle of the axle may not have been properly heat treated, resulting in potentially compromised hardness and strength that, in turn, could lead to reduced joint integrity.

Corrective Action

Arvinmeritor is working with mci to identify and notify owners and repairs will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on april 14, 2011. owners may contact arvinmeritor at 1-248-435-1725 or mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 11V190000

Manufacturer: Motor Coach Industries

Report Received Date: 2011-03-21T00:00:00

Subject: Tag axle bolts/arvinmeritor

Component: Power Train

Potentially Affected Units: 51

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 358

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Mci is recalling certain model year 2011 mci j4500 motor coaches manufactured from december 1, 2010 through february 28, 2011, and equipped with arvinmeritor mc16 and mc16 type tag axle assemblies. the bolts used to connect the axle housing to the spindle of the axle may not have been properly heat treated, resulting in potentially compromised hardness and strength that, in turn, could lead to reduced joint integrity.

Consequence Summary: Reduced joint strength of the spindle of the axle could result in a vehicle crash.

Corrective Action: Arvinmeritor is working with mci to identify and notify owners and repairs will be performed free of charge. the safety recall began on april 14, 2011. owners may contact arvinmeritor at 1-248-435-1725 or mci customer service 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: 11V190000

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Created At: 1742808662

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