NHTSA Recall 09V200000: Shock absorber (suspension)
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 29 vehicles. It affects 2009 Mci D4505.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V200000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | FCP 329 |
| Component | SUSPENSION › REAR › SHOCK ABSORBER |
| Report received | June 8, 2009 |
| Owner notification | July 10, 2009 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mci is recalling 29 model year 2009 d4505 motor coaches manufactured between february and april 2009, equipped with koni shock absorbers. When the coach is moving in rear-rise mode, the tag suspension air springs can generate force that exceeds the maximum allowable tensile strength of the shock absorbers exceeding their design rebound limit.
Safety risk
This failure could result in separation of the shock absorber from its mounting, causing interference between the upper portion of the suspension and the driveshaft, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Mci will notify owners and will repair the coaches free of charge. The safety recall began on july 10, 2009. Owners may contact mci at 1-847-285-2000.
Notes
Mci's recall campaign no. Fcp 329.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> .
Vehicles covered by recall 09V200000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mci D4505 | 2009 |
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.