Fmvss 217/window de-bonding
Defect Summary
Certain dura side body egress windows, side body lavatory egress windows, and non-egress side body windows manufactured between november 1, 2005, and july 19, 2006, installed as original equipment on certain my 2006 and 2007 motor coach industries (mci) d coaches. the windows were produced with inconsistent priming on the primary and secondary bond lines which fails to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 217, bus emergency exits and window retention and release.
Safety Consequence
The purpose of this standard is to minimize the likelihood of occupants being thrown from the bus and to provide a means of readily accessible emergency egress.
Corrective Action
Mci will notify owners instructing them to inspect the windows for signs of water leak, wind noise, or visable partial de-bonding. windows showing these signs will be replaced free of charge by dura. the recall is expected to begin during july 2007. owners can contact dura at 248-844-1615.
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FAQ: Recall 07E042000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 07E042000?
NHTSA recall 07E042000 was issued by Dura Automotive Systems, Inc. on June 22, 2007. It addresses: Fmvss 217/window de-bonding. The recall affects approximately 4,284 vehicles, with the defect involving the Visibility component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Dura Automotive Systems, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 07E042000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.