2009 Mci D4500 and Mci D4505 recall: tie rod assembly
Motor Coach Industries, Inc reported this safety recall on September 9, 2009. It covers about 53 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 53
- reported
- Sep 9, 2009
- owners notified
- Sep 14, 2009
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- What is wrong
- 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.
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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 number 09V350000
Affected vehicles
Questions about recall 09V350000
Is there a recall on the 2009 Mci D4500 and Mci D4505 tie rod assembly?
Yes. Recall 09V350000, reported on September 9, 2009, covers about 53 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 09V350000?
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.
Is the recall repair free?
Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.
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