Front brake hose may rub on tire
Defect Summary
Motor coach industries (mci) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 mci j4500 motor coaches manufactured july 83, 2013, to december 19, 2014 and equipped with zf axles and independent front suspension. the routing and clamping of the steering axle brake hose to the steering axle brake chamber may allow the brake hose to rub the front tire or contact and rub the upper control arm.
Safety Consequence
The rubbing may wear a hole into the brake hose resulting in a loss of air pressure in the front brake chamber, reducing brake performance and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mci will notify owners. the remedy for this recall is still under development. the recall began on march 2, 2015. owners may contact mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
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FAQ: Recall 15V001000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V001000?
NHTSA recall 15V001000 was issued by Motor Coach Industries, Inc on January 5, 2015. It addresses: Front brake hose may rub on tire. The recall affects approximately 147 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Motor Coach Industries, Inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V001000 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.