Mci 102DL3, D4505: Power train — driveshaft

Affects Mci 102DL3, D4505 · 1993–2008 — about 325 vehicles.

The hazard

If the driveshaft escapes containment it can strike the trailing axle tie rod and components of the trailing axle locking system potentially causing the trailing axle steering and caster locking mechanisms to unlock. If this occurs, the driver may experience loss of steering control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a vehicle crash.

What to do

MCI will notify owners, and dealers will add a secondary drive shaft containment hoop forward of the tag axle support structure, free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2014. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-847-285-2090. MCI's number for this recall is 414.

Critical — crash/injury risk now High — injury risk; see remedy Moderate — fix at next service Low — minor / informational