Defect Description For Recall
Motor Coach Industries (Mci) Is Recalling 24 My 2008 D4505, D4500, D4000Istv Motor Coaches Equipped With TRW Steering Gears, Models Tas85. These Steering Gears Contain Potentially DefeCTIve Sector Shafts With An Incorrect Gear Tooth Which May Interfere With The Rack-Piston Teeth, Resulting In A Sticking Or Binding Condition.
Make Of Vehicle
MCI
Model Of Vehicle
D4000ISTV
Year
2008
Recall Campaign Number
08V063000
Component Description
Steering:Gear Box:Shaft Pitman
Effect Of Defect
This Condition Has The Potential To Cause The Steering Gear To Stall And Restrict The Steering Turning Angle Of The Vehicle Which Could Result In A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
MCI Is Working With TRW To Replace The DefeCTIve Steering Gear (Please See 07E101). The Recall Began On February 11, 2008. Owners May Contact TRW At 1-765-429-1768 Or MCI At 1-204-287-4982.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Motor Coach Industries, Inc
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
24
Date Owners Notified
20080211
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Motor Coach Industries
Date Report Received
20080207
Make Campaign Number
296