NHTSA Recall 07V096000: Gear box (other than rack and pinion) (steering)
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 518 vehicles. It affects 2001–2004 Mci G4500.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V096000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING › GEAR BOX (OTHER THAN RACK AND PINION) |
| Report received | March 5, 2007 |
| Owner notification | March 23, 2007 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain motor coaches, a weld joining a gusset support from the front bogie leg to the steering box mounting plate can crack.
Safety risk
This can allow additional movement of the mounting plate in dry steer applications and at the extreme outward steering positions increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will install an additional gusset to these assemblies and reweld as required. The recall began on march 23, 2007. Owners may contact motor coach at 1-800-241-2947.
Notes
Customers may 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.
Vehicles covered by recall 07V096000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.