Front air brake hoses may leak/fmvss 121
Defect Summary
Motor coach industries (mci) is recalling certain 2014-2017 j4500 motor coaches equipped with zf front axles. in the affected vehicles, the front brake hose routing clamps may have been over-tightened, possibly damaging the brake hose wall reinforcement. if the brake hose wall reinforcement is damaged, the brake hose may leak. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 121, "air brake systems."
Safety Consequence
If the front brake hoses leak, the distance needed to stop the vehicle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Mci will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the clamp tightness, replacing any damaged brake hoses, as necessary, free of charge. the recall began on july 14, 2017. owners may contact mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947. mci's number for this recall is sb 454.
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FAQ: Recall 17V360000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 17V360000?
NHTSA recall 17V360000 was issued by Motor Coach Industries, Inc on June 2, 2017. It addresses: Front air brake hoses may leak/fmvss 121. The recall affects approximately 1,100 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 17V360000 or the manufacturer campaign number SB 454. 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.