Recall 98V-044: 1998 MCI Renaissance

MOTOR COACH IND., INC. recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Mar 9, 1998, covering about 220 vehicles.

NHTSA number
98V-044
Report date
Mar 9, 1998
Vehicles affected
220
Owners notified
Mar 30, 1998

The problem

Vehicle description: motor coaches. The six mounting bolts that pass through the torque plate and hold the caliper carrier, are loose, under torqued, or missing.

The risk

If not at proper torque, loose, or missing, the loss of the bolts can allow the brake caliper to come in contact with the rim and affect braking performance.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and retorque (Or replace) the six caliper mounting bolts, and any related items required to make the corrections.

Notes

Owner notification is expected to begin by the end of march 1998.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 1-800-241-2947.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerMOTOR COACH IND., INC.
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Disc › Caliper
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number98V044000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
MCI Renaissance1998All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 98V-044?

Vehicle description: motor coaches. The six mounting bolts that pass through the torque plate and hold the caliper carrier, are loose, under torqued, or missing.

How is recall 98V-044 fixed?

Dealers will inspect and retorque (Or replace) the six caliper mounting bolts, and any related items required to make the corrections.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.