NHTSA Recall 18V223000
Filed by Motor Coach Industries, Inc. Component: Exterior Lighting. Reported 2018-04-09. An estimated 197 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2018 J4500 vehicles. The left rear taillight harness branch of the engine compartment wiring may contact the engine coolant tank causing a loss of power to the left taillight. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk
If the left taillight does not work, the coach would have reduced visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
MCI will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the left taillight wiring harness, re-routing and repairing it as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 23, 2018. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 461.
Manufacturer campaign number: SB 461
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.