Mci J4500 recalls
10 NHTSA safety recalls cover the Mci J4500, across model years 2001–2021. Every recall repair is free at any Mci dealer.
Is yours affected? Check your J4500 by VIN — or pick your model year below for every recall, complaint and fix.
Recalls and owner complaints by model year
Of the Mci J4500 model years, the 2012 drew the most owner complaints (1).
Recalls: NHTSA campaigns covering each Mci J4500 model year on this page. Complaints: owner reports filed with NHTSA for that model year, including trims and variants sold under the model name (e.g. an F-150 page counts F-150 Raptor). Separate scales: compare the shape, not the heights across panels.
| Model year | Recalls | Owner complaints |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 3 | no data |
| 2004 | 2 | no data |
| 2005 | 3 | no data |
| 2006 | 3 | no data |
| 2007 | 4 | no data |
| 2008 | 4 | no data |
| 2009 | 6 | no data |
| 2010 | 6 | 0 |
| 2011 | 7 | 0 |
| 2012 | 7 | 1 |
| 2013 | 4 | 0 |
| 2014 | 3 | 0 |
| 2015 | 3 | 0 |
| 2016 | 2 | 0 |
| 2017 | 4 | 0 |
| 2018 | 4 | 0 |
| 2019 | 4 | 0 |
| 2020 | 4 | 0 |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 |
| 2022 | 0 | 0 |
| 2023 | 0 | 0 |
| 2024 | 0 | 0 |
| 2025 | 0 | 0 |
| 2026 | 0 | 0 |
| 2027 | 0 | 0 |
Mci J4500 recalls by model year
Most common Mci J4500 problems
What these recalls fix, grouped by the vehicle system NHTSA files them under:
Latest Mci J4500 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 D4505 (2017) recall — Electrical System
Motor Coach Industries recalls 2017-2021 D4505 motorcoaches with faulty electrical circuit boards that could cause fire or vehicle shutdown, increasing crash risk. Owners must contact MCI for free repair.
- 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 D4505 (2017) recall — Fuel System, Diesel
Motor Coach Industries recalls 2017 D4505 buses with potential fuel leaks that could cause fire if near ignition sources. Owners must have rail inspected and replaced free by dealers.
- MCI D4505 (2017) recall — Seat Belts
Motor Coach Industries is recalling 2017 D4505 buses with seat belts that may not extend from retracted position, increasing crash injury risk. Owners must contact MCI for free seat belt replacement.
Recall timeline
When the Mci J4500 recalls were issued, by year — a cluster usually means one defect recalled in stages or across a platform.
Mci J4500 problems & complaints
Owners have filed 1 complaints with NHTSA about the Mci J4500; the most reported area is engine and engine cooling. These are reports, not recalls: they are how NHTSA spots defects.
- Owner complaints
- 1
- Service bulletins (TSBs)
- 71+
- Crashes / fires reported
- 0 / 0
- Defect investigations
- 1
What to do if your Mci J4500 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 J4500 recall, by model year
2021 Mci J4500 — 2 recalls
2020 Mci J4500 — 4 recalls
2019 Mci J4500 — 4 recalls
2018 Mci J4500 — 4 recalls
2017 Mci J4500 — 4 recalls
2015 Mci J4500 — 3 recalls
2014 Mci J4500 — 3 recalls
2013 Mci J4500 — 4 recalls
2012 Mci J4500 — 7 recalls
2011 Mci J4500 — 7 recalls
2010 Mci J4500 — 6 recalls
2009 Mci J4500 — 6 recalls
2008 Mci J4500 — 4 recalls
2007 Mci J4500 — 4 recalls
2006 Mci J4500 — 3 recalls
2005 Mci J4500 — 3 recalls
2003 Mci J4500 — 3 recalls
Mci J4500 recall questions
How many recalls does the Mci J4500 have?
We have 10 NHTSA safety recalls on record for the Mci J4500, covering model years 2001–2021. The most recent was issued Oct 12, 2025 (Structure).
Which Mci J4500 model year has the most recalls?
The 2012 Mci J4500 has the most, with 7 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 J4500 recall problems?
By system: Seat Belts (2), Structure (1), Electrical System (1), Equipment Adaptive/Mobility (1).
Is it safe to drive a recalled Mci J4500?
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 J4500 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 J4500 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.