2003 Mci J4500 recalls

Defect: 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.".

Why it matters: The incorrect window glazing material may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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.

Owner notification: February 4, 2026 · Filing manufacturer: Motor Coach Industries, Inc

Defect: Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2001-2015 J4500 and 1997-2013 102EL3/E4500 coaches equipped with a hydraulic rear axle (tag axle) steering system. The axle's alignment and low hydraulic pressure in the steering system may cause the steering system to lock, causing a loss of steering control at highway speeds.

Why it matters: Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.

MCI will inspect and repair axle alignment, as necessary, free of charge. MCI issued owners an interim notification on March 26, 2019. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 14, 2021. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 469.

Owner notification: May 14, 2021 · Filing manufacturer: Motor Coach Industries

Defect: Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2000-2012 D, E, G and J series coaches manufactured January 2000 through June 2011 and equipped with Sure Power battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.

Why it matters: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

MCI will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers, free of charge. Owners may contact MCI at 1-847-285-2000. This campaign is MCI service bulletin 401.

Owner notification: February 4, 2014 · Filing manufacturer: Motor Coach Industries

Defect: Motor coach industries (mci) is recalling certain model year 2003, and 2007-2012 e and j models along with model year 2007-2012 d4000, d4005, d4500, d4505, d4000istv motor coaches equipped with meritor wabco electronic stability control (esc) modules, manufactured from october 2002, through october 2011. under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road inclination characteristics may adversely affect the slip angle calculation of the electronic stability control (esc) system. this might cause the esc to perceive an over steering situation and therefore apply the outer wheel brake on the front axle until the vehicle is perceived to be stable.

Why it matters: If the driver is slow to react during this esc intervention, the vehicle may deviate from the intended line of travel, increasing the risk of a crash.

Mci will notify owners and replace the control module free of charge. the safety recall began on january 4, 2012. owners may contact mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947.

Owner notification: January 4, 2012 · Filing manufacturer: MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC

Defect: Mci is recalling certain model year 2001-2004 e4500, model year 2002-2006 e4500c, model year 2001-2005 j4500, and model year 2006 j4500c motor coaches equipped with se-gi passenger windows. the adhesive bond between the window glass and the aluminum window frame on the affected coaches may degrade.

Why it matters: If the window glass becomes partially or completely debonded from its frame, the window glass may detach and fall from the coach and cause personal injury or property damage.

Dealers will inspect, test, and repair, as necessary, the se-gi window assemblies free of charge. the safety recall began on august 23, 2010. owners may contact mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947.

Owner notification: August 23, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC

Defect: Mci is recalling certain model year 1999-2001, 2007-2011 e4500 and model year 2001-2011 j4500 coaches equipped with doga windshield motors. the windshield wiper motor may fail to operate properly while the wiper system is functioning. if this occurs, the windshield wipers may operate intermittently, operate at a single speed only, or completely stop operating.

Why it matters: If the windshield wipers stop functioning, the driver's clear field of view may be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.

Dealers will furnish the parts and labor required to implement the doga-recommended remedies on the affected coaches. this service will be performed free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin during july 2010. owners may contact mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947.

Owner notification: July 31, 2010 · Filing manufacturer: MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC