MCI 2000–2012 Electrical System recall
Recalled October 17, 2013 · NHTSA recall 13V498000 · MCI
Hazard
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
MCI will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers, free of charge. Owners may contact MCI at 1-847-285-2000. This campaign is MCI service bulletin 401.
Units
10,016 units
Description
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2000-2012 D, E, G and J series coaches manufactured January 2000 through June 2011 and equipped with Sure Power battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
What to do
MCI will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers, free of charge. Owners may contact MCI at 1-847-285-2000. This campaign is MCI service bulletin 401.
Product
MCI 102D3 · MCI 102DL3 · MCI 102EL3 · MCI 102ELS3 · MCI D4000 · MCI D4005 · MCI D4500 · MCI D4505 · MCI E4500 · MCI E4500C · MCI G4500 · MCI J4500 · MCI J4500C
Manufacturer(s)
Motor Coach Industries, Inc
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →