Vehicle recall 03V411000 · October 22, 2003
2001-2003 MCI G4500
On certain motor coaches equipped with tag axle swing arm assemblies, insufficient weld metal and/or weld penetration on the tag axle swing arm where it meets the pivot spindle…
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain motor coaches equipped with tag axle swing arm assemblies, insufficient weld metal and/or weld penetration on the tag axle swing arm where it meets the pivot spindle tube could lead to stress and fatigue cracks.
- Consequence
- This could result in complete separation of the tag axle from the coach, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Mci will inspect and repair or replace the assemblies. The recall began on October 20, 2003. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact mci at 1-800-321-2947.
- Notes
- Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 03V411000
- Reported to NHTSA
- October 22, 2003
- Filed by
- MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC
- Owner notification
- October 20, 2003
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 428
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension
Vehicles covered
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