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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 11V548000

2010 Mci D4505 | 2011 Mci D4505 — Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator

Published November 15, 2011 · Recall initiated: November 10, 2011

Summary

NHTSA records recall 11V548000, published November 15, 2011 and initiated November 10, 2011. Recalling firm: Motor Coach Industries, Inc; 2010 Mci D4505 | 2011 Mci D4505 — Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator.

What's the hazard

MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES (MCI) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 D4505 MOTOR COACHES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 1, 2010, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2011. THESE VEHICLES WERE EQUIPPED WITH PENNTEX ALTERNATORS THAT, AS INSTALLED, MAY COLLECT MOISTURE AT THE POWER STUD. THIS MOISTURE MAY RESULT IN CORROSION BUILDUP AT AND AROUND THE POWER STUD BASE.

What to do

MCI WILL INSPECT AND MODIFY THE ALTERNATOR INSTALLATION FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 30, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MCI CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-241-2947.

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Recall details

Brand
MCI
Model
D4505
Manufacturer
Motor Coach Industries, Inc
Lot
2010 MCI D4505 | 2011 MCI D4505
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2010 Mci D4505 | 2011 Mci D4505 — Electrical system: alternator/generator/regulator recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 11V548000 on November 15, 2011. Reported hazard: MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES (MCI) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2010-2011 D4505 MOTOR COACHES MANUFACTURED FROM MAY 1, 2010, THROUGH SEPTEMBER 30, 2011. THESE VEHICLES WERE EQUIPPED WITH PENNTEX ALTERNATORS THAT, AS INSTALLED, MAY COLLECT MOISTURE AT THE POWER STUD. THIS MOISTURE MAY RESULT IN CORROSION BUILDUP AT AND AROUND THE POWER STUD BASE.

What should I do if I have this product?

MCI WILL INSPECT AND MODIFY THE ALTERNATOR INSTALLATION FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 30, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MCI CUSTOMER SERVICE AT 1-800-241-2947.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MCI. Model: D4505.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)