MCI J4500 problems by model year

Updated Oct 10, 2026 from NHTSA data · How we count

NHTSA has 0 owner complaints and 41 recalls on file for the MCI J4500 (2005–2026).

Complaints: 0
Recalls: 41
Model years: 19
Worst year: —

Complaints by model year

NHTSA complaints per MCI J4500 model year. Click a bar for details.

Newer model years have had less time on the road, so they naturally have fewer complaints. Compare a year against its neighbors rather than against brand-new models.

Every MCI J4500 model year

Year	Recalls	Top problem
2026 J4500	1	—
2025 J4500	1	—
2021 J4500	5	—
2020 J4500	9	—
2019 J4500	12	—
2018 J4500	13	—
2017 J4500	8	—
2016 J4500	7	—
2015 J4500	10	—
2014 J4500	10	—
2013 J4500	7	—
2012 J4500	7	—
2011 J4500	13	—
2010 J4500	11	—
2009 J4500	9	—
2008 J4500	7	—
2007 J4500	7	—
2006 J4500	5	—
2005 J4500	5	—

MCI J4500 recalls

Recall 25V853000Dec 10, 202515,454 vehiclesModel years 2005–2021
Risk: The incorrect window glazing material may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 25V457000Jul 8, 2025321 vehiclesModel years 2025–2026
Risk: Incorrectly located labels may prevent or delay the use of the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.
Recall 23V240000Apr 5, 2023140 vehiclesModel years 2019–2021
Risk: Obstructed rear lighting may reduce the visibility of the vehicle to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 21V971000Dec 15, 20211,125 vehiclesModel years 2019–2021
Risk: A high pressure fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source can increase the risk of a fire.
Recall 21V748000Sep 24, 20212,455 vehiclesModel years 2017–2021
Risk: MDP circuit board failure can result in a fire or an unexpected vehicle shutdown, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 21V737000Sep 23, 2021510 vehiclesModel years 2005–2012
Risk: In the event that a mobility device pushes into the outer barrier, the barrier may fail, increasing the risk of injury for the lift occupant.
Recall 21V364000May 18, 20211,845 vehiclesModel years 2017–2020
Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Recall 21V063000Feb 10, 20211,229 vehiclesModel years 2018–2021
Risk: The power cables may chafe, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recall 20V526000Aug 31, 20201,561 vehiclesModel years 2017–2020
Risk: The spilled coolant may increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, transferring passengers from the disabled bus can increase their risk of injury.
Recall 20V352000Jun 12, 20201,067 vehiclesModel years 2018–2020
Risk: If the engine shuts down or loses power while the vehicle is in motion, this may increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 20V242000Apr 29, 2020641 vehiclesModel years 2016–2020
Risk: Inability to use the seat belt may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.
Recall 20V233000Apr 27, 20202,272 vehiclesModel years 2014–2019
Risk: A leaking brake hose could cause a delay in the actuation time of the front brake, which would increase vehicle's stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 19V344000May 3, 201975 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019
Risk: If the tempered glass roof hatch shatters, glass fragments may fall onto passengers, increasing the risk of an injury.
Recall 19V027000Jan 7, 20192,089 vehiclesModel years 2005–2015
Risk: Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Recall 18V692000Oct 3, 201837 vehiclesModel years 2018–2019
Risk: In the event of an emergency, an insufficient number of emergency egress windows can lengthen the time that passengers need to exit the vehicle, increasing the risk of injury.
Recall 18V223000Apr 9, 2018197 vehiclesModel years 2018
Risk: If the left taillight does not work, the coach would have reduced visibility to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 18V225000Apr 9, 2018640 vehiclesModel years 2018
Risk: If the left rear window separates from the vehicle while it is moving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash or injury.
Recall 17V687000Oct 30, 201735 vehiclesModel years 2018
Risk: The incorrect air pressure readings may increase the risk of a crash by delaying the driver's reaction to addressing the low air condition.
Recall 17V360000Jun 2, 20171,100 vehiclesModel years 2014–2017
Risk: If the front brake hoses leak, the distance needed to stop the vehicle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 17V207000Mar 27, 20171,165 vehiclesModel years 2013–2016
Risk: If the sway bar cracks, it can detach from the vehicle, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 16V702000Sep 30, 201641 vehiclesModel years 2017
Risk: If the driver is unaware that the service brakes have low air pressure, the brakes may apply automatically, increasing the risk of a crash.
Recall 16V510000Jul 6, 201663 vehiclesModel years 2015–2016
Risk: A window that opens unexpectedly as a result of a crash or contact with the window may allow the passenger to be ejected from the bus, increasing their risk of injury.
Recall 16V020000Jan 20, 2016607 vehiclesModel years 2011–2015
Risk: If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.
Recall 15V862000Dec 22, 20159 vehiclesModel years 2016
Risk: In the event of a crash, the seat may detach from its floor mounting, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Recall 15V389000Jun 19, 2015232 vehiclesModel years 2013–2015
Risk: Cracks in the hub may result in hub failure, which could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Other MCI models

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. Methodology