NHTSA Recall 17V207000
Filed by Motor Coach Industries, Inc. Component: Suspension. Reported 2017-03-27. An estimated 1,165 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2014 -2016 J4500 vehicles. The front sway bar on these vehicles may crack at the bushing/clamp locations.
Risk
If the sway bar cracks, it can detach from the vehicle, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) will notify owners and dealers will replace the sway bar assembly, free of charge. The recall began on June 13, 2017. Owners may contact Motor Industries at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is Service Bulletin 452.
Manufacturer campaign number: Service Bulletin 452
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.