The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
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.
Contacts
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 <a href=http://www.Safercar.Gov>http://www.Safercar.Gov</a> .
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Mci dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 09V115000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.