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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 08V121📅 Mar 18, 2008

2000–2004 MCI G4100 & 2000–2004 MCI G4500 recall: suspension

⚠️ What's wrong

MCI is recalling 542 my 2000-2004 G4100 and G4500 motor coaches. Certain reworked tag axle arm assemblies had been identified with new cracks forming. Some of the tag axle arm assemblies that had previously been repaired during recalls 03V-411 or 06V458 may have been repaired with unidentified micro fractures and/or insufficient weld penetration.

💥 The risk

If the tag axle swing arm cracks and remains undetected, the cracks CAN spread and potentially result in a partial or total separation of the tag axle assembly from the coach, increasing the risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will re-inspect and if cracks are identified or incorrect welds in the previously repaired areas, both right and left tag arm assemblies will be replaced. If no problems are identified, dealers will reinstall the existing tag axle arm assemblies with new hardware free of charge. Please note that this campaign supersedes mci's previous recalls (please see 03V411 and 06V458). The recall began on march 18, 2008. Owner may contact motor coach 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
08V121000
Manufacturer
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC
Vehicles affected
542
Component
SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
Owner phone
1-800-241-2947
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Mar 18, 2008
Built
Dec 31, 1999 – Feb 28, 2000
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Customers may 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 08V121 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 08V121?

2000–2004 MCI G4100 & 2000–2004 MCI G4500. 542 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.