Tie rod nuts may be incorrectly torqued
Defect Summary
Motor coach industries (mci) is recalling certain model year 2014 j4500 and model year 2015 d4000istv, d4005, d4500, and d4505 motor coaches manufactured august 26, 2014, to december 3, 2014. the affected motor coaches have front and steerable tag axles whose tie rod nuts may be improperly torqued.
Safety Consequence
If the tie rod nuts are not properly torqued, the tie rod may not be adequately secured, resulting in a loss of vehicle control and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mci will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tie rod nut torque, replacing the parts as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on april 15, 2015. owners may contact mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Motor Coach Industries, Inc or involving Steering.
FAQ: Recall 15V184000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 15V184000?
NHTSA recall 15V184000 was issued by Motor Coach Industries, Inc on March 30, 2015. It addresses: Tie rod nuts may be incorrectly torqued. The recall affects approximately 131 vehicles, with the defect involving the Steering component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Motor Coach Industries, Inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 15V184000 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.