NHTSA Recall 07V191000
NHTSA Campaign Id 07V191000; Date: May. 3, 2007
This could lead to loss of steering control and a crash without warning.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 MCI F3500; 2000 MCI F3500; 2001 MCI F3500; 2002 MCI F3500; 2003 MCI F3500
Component: Steering
Manufactured by: Motor Coach Industries, Inc
Affected Units:: 163
Recall Summary:
On certain motor coaches where the steering arm idler bracket mounting is attached to the underside of the frame, the frame structure can crack and the idler plate can separate.
How to Fix:
Mci will add reinforcement gussets in order to reduce the stress where cracking can occur, and will repair the existing components in the affected units as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2007. Owners may contact mci at 1-800-241-2947.
Recall Notes:
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 7, 2007
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