NHTSA Recall 07V191000: Steering
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 163 vehicles. It affects 1999–2003 Mci F3500.
| NHTSA campaign | 07V191000 |
|---|---|
| Component | STEERING |
| Report received | May 3, 2007 |
| Owner notification | August 7, 2007 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain motor coaches where the steering arm idler bracket mounting is attached to the underside of the frame, the frame structure can crack and the idler plate can separate.
Safety risk
This could lead to loss of steering control and a crash without warning.
Remedy
Mci will add reinforcement gussets in order to reduce the stress where cracking can occur, and will repair the existing components in the affected units as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on august 7, 2007. Owners may contact mci 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 07V191000
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.