Recall 20V526000

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

Report Date

20200831

Component

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS

Affected Vehicles

4 models

Defect Description

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2017-2020 J4500 motor coaches. The coolant hose may fail, resulting in a low coolant warning followed by an engine shut down sequence, as well as the potential for engine coolant spilling on the roadway.

Safety Consequence

The spilled coolant may increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, transferring passengers from the disabled bus can increase their risk of injury.

Remedy

MCI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the coolant hose, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2020. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 486.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2017	MCI	J4500
2018	MCI	J4500
2019	MCI	J4500
2020	MCI	J4500

Check your vehicle: Visit NHTSA.gov and enter your VIN to see if your specific vehicle is affected.