NHTSA Recall 09V446000: Alternator/generator/regulator (electrical system)
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,007 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Mci D4000.
| NHTSA campaign | 09V446000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR |
| Report received | November 18, 2009 |
| Owner notification | November 20, 2009 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
Mci is recalling certain model year 2005-2008 d4000, model year 2005-2009 d4500 and d4505 transit buses, equipped with caterpillar c13 engine and 50dn alternator. The alternator cable may become loose within the cable clamp, which could result in chafing of the alternator cable and possible arcing of the cable wires.
Safety risk
This could result in a fire.
Remedy
Mci will notify owners and replace the alternator cable clamp and related hardware free of charge. The safety recall began on november 30, 2009. Owners may contact mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Notes
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 09V446000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mci D4000 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008 |
| Mci D4500 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009 |
| Mci D4505 | 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008, 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.