NHTSA Recall 21V063000
Filed by Motor Coach Industries, Inc. Component: Electrical System. Reported 2021-02-10. An estimated 1,229 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2018-2021 J4500 and 2018-2020 D45CRTLE vehicles. The power cables may have been improperly installed and routed in the vehicle battery compartment, which may result in chafing.
Risk
The power cables may chafe, increasing the risk of a fire.
What the manufacturer will do
MCI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and if necessary, correct the clearance for the power cables in the battery compartment, free of charge. The recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is R21-003.
Manufacturer campaign number: R21-003
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.