Vehicle recall 09V115000 · April 8, 2009
2008-2009 MCI J4500
These vehicles may contain a distorted valve in the automatic traction control (atc) and/or electronic stability control (ESC) systems.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Mci is recalling 316 my 2008-2009 J4500 coach vehicles. These vehicles may contain a distorted valve in the automatic traction control (atc) and/or electronic stability control (ESC) systems. Under certain conditions, the valve may stick in the open position and cause full service brake pressure to be applied to either the front axle brakes or the drive and tag axle brakes, depending on whether the distorted valve is a front or rear valve.
- Consequence
- In the event the valve sticks in an open position and causes full service brake pressure to be applied, a vehicle may experience brake lock-up once the vehicle slows to 5 MPH, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect and replace the atc valves free of charge. The recall is expected to begin during may 2009. Owners may contact mci at 847-285-2000.
- Notes
- Owners may also 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.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V115000
- Reported to NHTSA
- April 8, 2009
- Filed by
- MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC
- Owner notification
- May 15, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 316
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Suspension › Multiple axle
Vehicles covered
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