NHTSA recall 03V411000
Suspension
Mci G4500
Reported Oct 22, 2003428 vehicles affectedMOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INCBuilt Jan 1, 2000 – Mar 31, 2003
The defect
On certain motor coaches equipped with tag axle swing arm assemblies, insufficient weld metal and/or weld penetration on the tag axle swing arm where it meets the pivot spindle tube could lead to stress and fatigue cracks.
The risk
This could result in complete separation of the tag axle from the coach, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Mci will inspect and repair or replace the assemblies. the recall began on october 20, 2003. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mci at 1-800-321-2947.