Recall 08V-386: 2006–2007 MCI D4005, 2006–2007 MCI D4505
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on Aug 6, 2008, covering about 185 vehicles.
The problem
Mci is recalling 185 my 2006-2007 d4005 and d4505 motor coaches equipped with dura side body egress windows. These coaches fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, 'bus emergency exits and window retention and release.' the windows were produced with inconsistent priming on the primary and secondary bond lines.
The risk
The purpose of this standard is to minimize the likelihood of occupants being thrown from the bus and to provide a means of readily accessible emergency egress.
The fix
Mci will notify owners instructing them to inspect the windows for signs of water leak, wind noise, or visible partial de-bonding. Windows showing these signs will be replaced free of charge by dura (Please see 07e042). The recall began on august 27, 2007. Owners can contact dura at 1-248-844-1615 or mci at 1-800-241-2947.
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.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Visibility › Glass, Side/Rear |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 08V386000 |
Vehicles in this recall
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 08V-386?
Mci is recalling 185 my 2006-2007 d4005 and d4505 motor coaches equipped with dura side body egress windows. These coaches fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, 'bus emergency exits and window retention and release.' the windows were produced with inconsistent priming on the primary and secondary bond lines.
How is recall 08V-386 fixed?
Mci will notify owners instructing them to inspect the windows for signs of water leak, wind noise, or visible partial de-bonding. Windows showing these signs will be replaced free of charge by dura (Please see 07e042). The recall began on august 27, 2007. Owners can contact dura at 1-248-844-1615 or mci 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.