Recall 11V-457: 2011 MCI E4500, 2011 MCI J4500
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Aug 31, 2011, covering about 10 vehicles.
The problem
Motor coach industries, inc. (Mci) is recalling certain model year 2011 e4500 and j4500 motor coaches manufactured from december 2010 through january 2011, equipped with a cummins isx 11.9 diesel engine. The V-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst (Doc)/diesel particulate filter (Dpf) include a t-bolt which can fracture and fail when subjected to stress or load. A fracture or failure of the t-bolt may cause the clamp to loosen and the inlet or outlet sections attached to the doc/DPF housing to disconnect.
The risk
If the inlet or outlet sections disconnect, hot exhaust gases can vent prior to exiting the tailpipe, creating the risk of combustion and a fire. If both clamps fail, there is a risk in some applications that the doc/DPF housing may detach completely, creating a road hazard.
The fix
Mci will notify owners, and repairs will be performed by authorized cummins dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on september 19, 2011. Owners may contact mci at 1-800-241-2947 or cummins at 1-812-377-5000 for more information.
Notes
Mci's recall campaign number is 364.cummins' recall campaign number is c1154. Owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Recall details
| Manufacturer | MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling |
| Recall started by | the manufacturer |
| NHTSA campaign number | 11V457000 |
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 11V-457?
Motor coach industries, inc. (Mci) is recalling certain model year 2011 e4500 and j4500 motor coaches manufactured from december 2010 through january 2011, equipped with a cummins isx 11.9 diesel engine. The V-band clamp assembly, part numbers q187684, q187685, and q187686, used to connect the inlet and outlet cone sections to the diesel oxidation catalyst (Doc)/diesel particulate filter (Dpf) include a t-bolt which can fracture and fail when subjected to stress or load. A fracture or failure of the t-bolt may cause the clamp to loosen and the inlet or outlet sections attached to the doc/DPF housing to disconnect.
How is recall 11V-457 fixed?
Mci will notify owners, and repairs will be performed by authorized cummins dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on september 19, 2011. Owners may contact mci at 1-800-241-2947 or cummins at 1-812-377-5000 for more information.
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.