Safety Recall NHTSA · 06V480000 Reported December 15, 2006

Tag axle interference- d series

Motor Coach Industries, Inc · Suspension · 75 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
06V480000
Manufacturer Campaign
276 & 277
Component
Suspension
Vehicles Affected
75
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
December 15, 2006

Defect Summary

On certain d series motor coaches, there could be a possible interference between the drive shaft mounting hardware and the tag axle structure.

Safety Consequence

The bearing cap bolts could shear, freeing the bearings, and possibly releasing the drive shaft, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action

Shims will be installed above the tag axle air spring mounting brackets to limit the suspension travel. the recall is expected to begin during january 2007. owners may contact mci at 1-800-241-2947.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Motor Coach Industries, Inc dealer and reference recall ID 06V480000 or campaign 276 & 277.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 06V480000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 06V480000?

NHTSA recall 06V480000 was issued by Motor Coach Industries, Inc on December 15, 2006. It addresses: Tag axle interference- d series. The recall affects approximately 75 vehicles, with the defect involving the Suspension component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Motor Coach Industries, Inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 06V480000 or the manufacturer campaign number 276 & 277. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.

Is my vehicle included in this recall?

The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.

How long do I have to get a recall repair done?

There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.

Where does the data on this page come from?

All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.