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NHTSA 06V481📅 Dec 22, 2006

2000–2006 MCI 102D3 & 2000–2006 MCI 102DL3 + 3 more recall: electrical system

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain motor coaches, the boost connector housing CAN fail over time, exposing the positive and negative terminals.

💥 The risk

This could result in the grounding of an unprotected circuit and could lead to a thermal event if not corrected.

🔧 The fix

Customers are being advised to remove the boost connector and discard it. Customers will be offered a new design boost connector as an alternative at no cost. The recall began on january 2, 2007. Owners may contact MCI at 1-800-241-2947.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
06V481000
Manufacturer recall #
274
Manufacturer
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC
Vehicles affected
1,617
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Owner phone
1-800-241-2947
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Jan 2, 2007
Built
Aug 26, 1997 – Jun 7, 2006
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
MCI recall no. 274.customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 06V481 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 06V481?

2000–2006 MCI 102D3 & 2000–2006 MCI 102DL3 + 3 more. 1,617 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized MCI dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-241-2947.