Recall 06V-241: 2001–2005 MCI 102EL3, 2003–2006 MCI D and 5 more
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Jul 6, 2006, covering about 1,768 vehicles.
The problem
On certain motor coaches equipped with a slide switch to control the defroster blower speed, there is a speed controller for each of the two defroster fan motors. The speed controller may fail causing the fan motor to operate continuously in the "high" speed mode, and the carrier slide switch may fail to reduce or otherwise control the fan motor speed.
The risk
The speed controller may overheat and result in a thermal even, such as smoking or possible fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the defroster speed controller free of charge. The recall began on july 20, 2006. Owners may contact motor coach at 1-800-241-2947.
Notes
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Defroster/Defogger/Hvac System |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 06V241000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| MCI 102EL3 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| MCI D | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| MCI D4000 | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| MCI D4500 | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| MCI DL3 | 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006 | All years |
| MCI E4500 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
| MCI J4500 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 06V-241?
On certain motor coaches equipped with a slide switch to control the defroster blower speed, there is a speed controller for each of the two defroster fan motors. The speed controller may fail causing the fan motor to operate continuously in the "high" speed mode, and the carrier slide switch may fail to reduce or otherwise control the fan motor speed.
How is recall 06V-241 fixed?
Dealers will replace the defroster speed controller free of charge. The recall began on july 20, 2006. Owners may contact motor coach at 1-800-241-2947.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.