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#BS-1983-MOTMC9-4D0E1983 Motor Coach MC9Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Based on reports from 1 owners and 3 recalls for this exact model.
Data updated ·checked October 30, 2026 · NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026
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Based on 1 complaints, 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 3 recalls.
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Mechanic Inspection Checklist
1 owners reported suspension:multiple axle issues.
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Top cost driver: Suspension:multiple Axle (1 reports).
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Where the complaints fall
1983 Motor Coach MC9: Known Issues & Problem Areas
Suspension:multiple Axle Issues
Suspension:multiple Axle complaints account for 100% of all reports filed for the 1983 Motor Coach MC9, with 1 owners filing complaints with NHTSA.
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Recall History (3 recalls)
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
THE WINDOW LATCH AND LOCK COMPONENTS MAY NOT BE PROPERLY ALIGNED; CONSEQUENTLY, THE STAINLESS STEEL KEEPER (STRIKER) MAY CAUSE WEAR ON THE ALUMINUM LATCH. OPERATION OF THE WINDOW LATCH CAN BECOME MORE DIFFICULT. WINDOWS IN THE AFFECTED COACHES MAY NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD 217, "BUS WINDOW RETENTION AND RELEASE".
WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS
THE ALUMINUM WHEELS ARE EQUIPPED WITH SHORT THREADED BOLTS WHICH WILL NOT PROPERLY SECURE A SPARE STEEL WHEEL. USE OF THIS SPARE COULD RESULT IN LOSS OF THE OUTER WHEEL WITHOUT WARNING.
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THERE MAY NOT BE PROPER ENGAGEMENT BETWEEN THE MALE TAPER OF THE BALL STUD AND THE FEMALE TAPER OF THE PITMAN ARM.
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NHTSA Defect Investigations (1)
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FAST IDLE AIR CYL FAILURES
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:LINKAGES
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NHTSA Complaints
Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 1 records for this vehicle.
NHTSA Recalls
Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 3 recalls found for this vehicle.
Repair Cost Data
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Last updated (checked October 30, 2026). NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026.
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