NHTSA Recall 11V190000: Axle assembly (power train)
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 51 vehicles. It affects 2011 Mci J4500.
| NHTSA campaign | 11V190000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 358 |
| Component | POWER TRAIN › AXLE ASSEMBLY |
| Report received | March 21, 2011 |
| Owner notification | April 14, 2011 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mci is recalling certain model year 2011 mci j4500 motor coaches manufactured from december 1, 2010 through february 28, 2011, and equipped with arvinmeritor mc16 and mc16 type tag axle assemblies. The bolts used to connect the axle housing to the spindle of the axle may not have been properly heat treated, resulting in potentially compromised hardness and strength that, in turn, could lead to reduced joint integrity.
Safety risk
Reduced joint strength of the spindle of the axle could result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Arvinmeritor is working with mci to identify and notify owners and repairs will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on april 14, 2011. Owners may contact arvinmeritor at 1-248-435-1725 or mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Notes
Mci safety recall no. 358.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 11V190000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mci J4500 | 2011 |
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.