Defect Description For Recall
MCI Is Recalling 185 My 2006-2007 D4005 And D4505 Motor Coaches Equipped With Dura Side Body Egress Windows. These Coaches Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 217, ‘Bus Emergency Exits And Window Retention And Release.’ The Windows Were Produced With Inconsistent Priming On The Primary And Secondary Bond Lines.
Make Of Vehicle
MCI
Model Of Vehicle
D4505
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
08V386000
Component Description
Visibility:Glass, Side/Rear
Effect Of Defect
The Purpose Of This Standard Is To Minimize The Likelihood Of Occupants Being Thrown From The Bus And To Provide A Means Of Readily Accessible Emergency Egress.
Fix Defect
MCI Will Notify Owners InstruCTIng Them To Inspect The Windows For Signs Of Water Leak, Wind Noise, Or Visible Partial De-Bonding. Windows Showing These Signs Will Be Replaced Free Of Charge By Dura (Please See 07E042). The Recall Began On August 27, 2007. Owners Can Contact Dura At 1-248-844-1615 Or MCI At 1-800-241-2947.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Motor Coach Industries, Inc
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
185
Date Owners Notified
20090827
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Motor Coach Industries
Date Report Received
20080806
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
217