Bci Falcon 45

Model Falcon 45 made by Bci got 1 consumer complain there is 1 recall as well as 16 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference to structure. . Technical service bulletines regarding digital instrument panel, electrical system and engine and engine cooling. There was one recall concerning suspension .

Model 2007

Recalls


CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
SUSPENSION - FRONT - SPRINGS - AIR SUSPENSION - SPRINGS/BAGS
08V449000BCI (BUS & COACH INTERNATIONAL) V (Vehicle)7210/23/2008MFRBCI (BUS & COACH INTERNATIONAL)09/04/200809/04/2008
Defect SummaryBci is recalling 72 my 2007-2008 falcon 45 buses. these vehicles have the potential for an out-of-level condition leading to possible transverse axle loading.
Consequence SummaryTransverse load can create increased axle load at one side causing tire wear which, if unaddressed, could cause tire failure which could result in a crash.
Corrective SummaryDealers will remove the left front leveling valve assembly and replumb the front air bags to right front leveling valve only. the recall is expected to begin during september 2008. owners may contact bci at 1-877-452-9224.
NotesCustomers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Bulletins


BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
DIGITAL INSTRUMENT PANEL
SB-45-00504/24/200910039666Ready08/08/2011
SB-45-00504/24/200910039666Bus & coach international: the dash temperature guage is not reading accurate. *rm08/08/2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - SOFTWARE
SB-45-00504/24/200910039666Ready08/08/2011
SB-45-00504/24/200910039666Bus & coach international: the dash temperature guage is not reading accurate. *rm08/08/2011
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
SB-45-00204/24/200910039663Bus & coach international: the engine cooling fan may not work on high speed due to an electrical concern with the ecm. falcon 45. *rm08/08/2011
SB-45-00204/24/200910039663Ready08/08/2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - FAN
SB-45-00204/24/200910039663Bus & coach international: the engine cooling fan may not work on high speed due to an electrical concern with the ecm. falcon 45. *rm08/08/2011
SB-45-00204/24/200910039663Ready08/08/2011
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL
SB-45-00304/24/201110039664Bus & coach international: the regeneration system may fail and not regenerate properly. *rm08/08/2011
SB-45-00304/24/201110039664Ready08/08/2011
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
SB-45-00104/24/200910039662Ready08/08/2011
SB-45-00104/24/200910039662Bus & coach international: the transmission seals may leak due to improper lubrication. *rm08/08/2011
STRUCTURE
SB-45-00404/24/200910039665Bus & coach internation: information on installing a safety grip on the stairs. *rm08/08/2011
SB-45-00404/24/200910039665Ready08/08/2011
STRUCTURE - FRAME AND MEMBERS
SB-45-00404/24/200910039665Ready08/08/2011
SB-45-00404/24/200910039665Bus & coach internation: information on installing a safety grip on the stairs. *rm08/08/2011

Consumer Complaints


Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
STRUCTURE
07/31/20081000001
 The support part in rear frame was broken unwelded while driving on 101 highway la downtown district with 55 tourists on board at 15 mph. photos available. *tr