Mci D4000, D4500 +3 more: Engine and engine cooling — manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe

Affects Mci D4000, D4500, D4005, D4505, D4000ISTV · 2011–2016 — about 1K vehicles.

The hazard

If the pipe develops a hole, during a regeneration cycle, hot exhaust gases may leak out, increasing the risk of a fire.

What to do

MCI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bellows pipe assembly with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2018. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947.

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