2013 MCI 102EL3 RECALL - #19V027000
RECALL FOR STEERING : HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2001-2015 J4500 and 1997-2013 102EL3/E4500 coaches equipped with a hydraulic rear axle (tag axle) steering system. The axle's alignment and low hydraulic pressure in the steering system may cause the steering system to lock, causing a loss of steering control at highway speeds.
Information provided by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.
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| Vehicle |
2013 MCI 102EL3 |
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| Manufacturer |
Motor Coach Industries |
| Manufactured between |
5/1/1997 - 5/13/2014 |
| Recalled on |
1/31/2019 |
| Influenced by |
Motor Coach Industries |
| Owners Notified on |
5/14/2021 |
| # Affected |
2,089 |
| Recalled for |
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM |
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| Description |
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2001-2015 J4500 and 1997-2013 102EL3/E4500 coaches equipped with a hydraulic rear axle (tag axle) steering system. The axle's alignment and low hydraulic pressure in the steering system may cause the steering system to lock, causing a loss of steering control at highway speeds. |
| Consequences |
Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash. |
| Corrective action |
MCI will inspect and repair axle alignment, as necessary, free of charge. MCI issued owners an interim notification on March 26, 2019. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 14, 2021. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 469. |
| Notes |
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov. |
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