Motor Coach Industries, Inc: Safety Recalls in 2025

Updated on March 19, 2026.

There were 4 safety recalls made by Motor Coach Industries, Inc in 2025. See the details of the recalls below.

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Data Source: NHTSA.
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December 10, 2025
(Campaign #: 22-005)

Incorrect Front Door Glaze Material/FMVSS 205

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 102DL3, 102D3, MC12PTV, E4500, D4000, 102D3ISTV, D4500, J4500, D4000ISTV, D4005, D4505, and J3500 transit buses. Please refer to MCI's recall report for specific model year information. The front door lower curb view glazing material is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."
NHTSA ID: 25V853000
Component: STRUCTURE
# of Units Affected: 15,454
Consequence Summary:
The incorrect window glazing material may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action:
MCI will replace the glass, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2026. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is 22-005.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
September 20, 2025
(Campaign #: )

High Voltage Battery System May Short Circuit

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2024 D45CRTE, D45CRTELE, and 2025 J4500E coaches. The high voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when charging to near or full capacity.
NHTSA ID: 25V632000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 12
Consequence Summary:
A short circuit in a high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Owners are also advised to avoid charging vehicles above 75% capacity. MCI will replace the batteries, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining the safety risk were mailed November 12, 2025. A second letter will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
August 29, 2025
(Campaign #: )

High Voltage Battery May Overheat and Cause Fire

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2020-2021 J4500E, 2021 D45CRTELE, 2023 J4500E, 2023-2024 D45CRTELE, 2024 D45CRTE, and 2025 J4500E buses. An inadequate weld on the high voltage battery busbar and incorrect software may cause the battery module to overheat.
NHTSA ID: 25V567000
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
# of Units Affected: 59
Consequence Summary:
A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action:
MCI will inspect and replace the battery module as necessary. MCI will also update the BMS software. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 86.44
July 8, 2025
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Incorrect Location for Emergency Exit Label/FMVSS 217

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2025 D4520, D45CRTLE, D45CRT, J3500, and 2025-2026 J4500 buses. The emergency exit label may be placed in the incorrect location. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
NHTSA ID: 25V457000
Component: EQUIPMENT
# of Units Affected: 321
Consequence Summary:
Incorrectly located labels may prevent or delay the use of the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action:
MCI will install or mail labels as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2025. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Park Outside Advisory: No
Do not Drive Advisory: No
Completion Rate (%): 20.87