NHTSA Recall 08V603000: Equipment
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,893 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Mci D4005.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V603000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 308 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT |
| Report received | November 21, 2008 |
| Owner notification | December 17, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mci is recalling 1,893 my 2002-2008 d model and my 2001-2008 e and j4500 motor coaches equipped with zf transmissions. There is a potential for the shift selector to malfunction as a result of a cell phone or radio being placed in close proximity to the shifter control pad.
Safety risk
When this happens, the shift selector may move into reverse without driver knowledge increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Mci is working with zf and has created a software update that protects against the potential for transient analog or digital signal interference. The recall is expected to begin during november 2008. .owners may contact mci at 1-800-333-0371 and zf at 1-734-416-6200.
Notes
Mci recall no. 308.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.
Vehicles covered by recall 08V603000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mci D4005 | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Mci D4505 | 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Mci E4500 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Mci J4500 | 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
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.