Mci E4500 recalls
5 NHTSA safety recalls cover the Mci E4500, across model years 1997–2014. Every recall repair is free at any Mci dealer.
Is yours affected? Check your E4500 by VIN — or pick your model year below for every recall, complaint and fix.
Recalls by model year
Of the Mci E4500 model years, the 2009 has the most recalls (5).
Recalls: NHTSA campaigns covering each Mci E4500 model year on this page. Separate scales: compare the shape, not the heights across panels.
| Model year | Recalls |
|---|---|
| 1997 | 1 |
| 1998 | 2 |
| 1999 | 2 |
| 2000 | 2 |
| 2001 | 2 |
| 2002 | 2 |
| 2003 | 3 |
| 2004 | 2 |
| 2005 | 3 |
| 2006 | 3 |
| 2007 | 4 |
| 2008 | 4 |
| 2009 | 5 |
| 2010 | 4 |
| 2011 | 4 |
| 2012 | 4 |
| 2013 | 3 |
| 2014 | 1 |
Mci E4500 recalls by model year
Most common Mci E4500 problems
What these recalls fix, grouped by the vehicle system NHTSA files them under:
Latest Mci E4500 recalls
- MCI D4505 (2017) recall — Structure
MCI is recalling certain 2017 D4505 transit buses due to incorrect window glazing material that reduces driver visibility, increasing crash risk. Owners must have the glass replaced free of charge by MCI.
- MCI J4500 (2012) recall — Equipment Adaptive/Mobility
MCI recalls 2012 J4500 motorcoaches with Ricon Baylift Wheelchair Lifts that may fail when pushed against outer barrier, risking injury. Owners must contact Ricon for free reinforcement.
- MCI J4500 (2012) recall — Steering
MCI recalls 2012 J4500 coaches with hydraulic steering systems that may lock, causing loss of steering control. Owners must contact MCI for free axle alignment repairs.
- MCI J4500 (2012) recall — Seat Belts
MCI recalls 2009-2014 J4500 and E4500 motorcoaches due to seat track weld defects. Dealers will modify anchorage free of charge.
- MCI J4500 (2012) recall — Electronic Stability Control (Esc)
MCI recalls certain E, J, D4000, D4005, D4500, and D4505 motor coaches due to ESC module issues that may cause the vehicle to deviate from its intended path.
Recall timeline
When the Mci E4500 recalls were issued, by year — a cluster usually means one defect recalled in stages or across a platform.
Mci E4500 problems & complaints
Owners have filed 0 complaints with NHTSA about the Mci E4500. These are reports, not recalls: they are how NHTSA spots defects.
- Owner complaints
- 0
- Service bulletins (TSBs)
- 19+
- Crashes / fires reported
- 0 / 0
- Defect investigations
- 1
What to do if your Mci E4500 is recalled
- Confirm it’s yours. Recalls cover ranges of VINs, so check your VIN and confirm open recalls at NHTSA.gov.
- Heed any warning. A do-not-drive or park-outside recall applies until the repair is done.
- Call a Mci dealer with your VIN and book the repair. It’s free by law, whatever the vehicle’s age.
- Ask about a loaner or tow if parts are back-ordered or the vehicle isn’t safe to drive.
- Paid for the same fix already? Keep the receipt and ask Mci about reimbursement.
Every Mci E4500 recall, by model year
2013 Mci E4500 — 3 recalls
2012 Mci E4500 — 4 recalls
2011 Mci E4500 — 4 recalls
2010 Mci E4500 — 4 recalls
2009 Mci E4500 — 5 recalls
2008 Mci E4500 — 4 recalls
2007 Mci E4500 — 4 recalls
2006 Mci E4500 — 3 recalls
2005 Mci E4500 — 3 recalls
2003 Mci E4500 — 3 recalls
Mci E4500 recall questions
How many recalls does the Mci E4500 have?
We have 5 NHTSA safety recalls on record for the Mci E4500, covering model years 1997–2014. The most recent was issued Oct 12, 2025 (Structure).
Which Mci E4500 model year has the most recalls?
The 2009 Mci E4500 has the most, with 5 recalls on record. Every model year with a recall is listed on this page with links to each one.
What are the most common Mci E4500 recall problems?
By system: Structure (1), Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (1), Steering (1), Seat Belts (1).
Is it safe to drive a recalled Mci E4500?
None of these recalls carries an NHTSA do-not-drive or park-outside warning, but each fixes a safety defect, so book the free repair promptly.
How do I check if my Mci E4500 has an open recall?
Run a VIN recall check: enter your 17-character VIN to see the recalls on record for your exact year, then confirm at NHTSA.gov which are still unrepaired on your vehicle. Any Mci dealer can also look it up.
Are Mci E4500 recall repairs free?
Yes. Federal law requires Mci to fix safety recalls free of charge at any authorized Mci dealer, regardless of the vehicle’s age or how many owners it has had.