CarRecallWatch- Component
- ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
- Problem
- Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2017-2020 J4500 motor coaches. The coolant hose may fail, resulting in a low coolant warning followed by an engine shut down sequence, as well as the potential for engine coolant spilling on the roadway.
- Risk
- The spilled coolant may increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, transferring passengers from the disabled bus can increase their risk of injury.
- Remedy
- MCI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant hose, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 486.
- 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.
What this recall means for you
A coolant hose on these motor coaches may fail. Owners may first see a low coolant warning, and the engine can then shut down. Coolant may also spill onto the roadway.
Spilled coolant can make the road slippery and increase the risk of a crash. If the bus stops working, passengers may need to be moved to another vehicle, which can raise the risk of injury.
MCI will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the coolant hose at no cost. Owners can contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947 (recall number SB 486) and can check their vehicle identification number for open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| MCI J4500 | 2017201820192020 |
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