Recall 06V-458: 2000–2004 MCI G4500

MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC recall for suspension, reported to NHTSA on Nov 29, 2006, covering about 518 vehicles.

NHTSA number
06V-458
Report date
Nov 29, 2006
Vehicles affected
518
Owners notified
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The problem

On certain g4500 motor coaches, the tag axle swing arm can break away.

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

Please note that this campaign has been superseded by 08v121.

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

ManufacturerMOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC
ComponentSuspension › Rear › Axle › Non-Powered Axle Assembly
Recall started byNHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation)
NHTSA campaign number06V458000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
MCI G45002000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004All 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-458?

On certain g4500 motor coaches, the tag axle swing arm can break away.

How is recall 06V-458 fixed?

Please note that this campaign has been superseded by 08v121.

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.