2017 Mci J4500 — Service brakes, air
Published September 30, 2016 · Recall initiated: September 30, 2016
Summary
NHTSA records recall 16V702000, published September 30, 2016. Recalling firm: Motor Coach Industries, Inc; 2017 Mci J4500 — Service brakes, air.
What's the hazard
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2017 J4500 motorcoaches manufactured March 14, 2016, to August 23, 2016. The affected vehicles may experience a multiplexing programming error that will not provide any visual or audible warnings if the vehicle's primary service brake air reservoir system has low pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems.
What to do
MCI will notify owners, and dealers will correct the programming of the multiplexing system, free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2016. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 439.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MCI
- Model
- J4500
- Manufacturer
- Motor Coach Industries, Inc
- Lot
- 2017 MCI J4500
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Mci J4500 — Service brakes, air recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 16V702000 on September 30, 2016. Reported hazard: Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2017 J4500 motorcoaches manufactured March 14, 2016, to August 23, 2016. The affected vehicles may experience a multiplexing programming error that will not provide any visual or audible warnings if the vehicle's primary service brake air reservoir system has low pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems.
What should I do if I have this product?
MCI will notify owners, and dealers will correct the programming of the multiplexing system, free of charge. The recall began on October 18, 2016. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 439.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MCI. Model: J4500.