Axle hanger bracket may be missing welds
Defect Summary
Motor coach industries (mci) is recalling certain model year 2015 d4500 motor coaches manufactured january 23, 2015, to may 1, 2015, and d4505 motor coaches manufactured may 12, 2015, to may 13, 2015. the affected coaches have drive axles that may be missing welds on the hanger brackets, allowing the hanger bracket to separate from the axle housing.
Safety Consequence
If the bracket separates from the axle housing, vehicle control may be affected, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mci will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the coaches and replace the affected axles, free of charge. the recall began on january 4, 2016. owners may contact mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947. mci's number for this recall is sb 429.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Motor Coach Industries, Inc or involving Power Train.
FAQ: Recall 15V837000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V837000?
NHTSA recall 15V837000 was issued by Motor Coach Industries, Inc on December 14, 2015. It addresses: Axle hanger bracket may be missing welds. The recall affects approximately 32 vehicles, with the defect involving the Power Train component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Motor Coach Industries, Inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V837000 or the manufacturer campaign number SB 429. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.