Recall 25V567000: 2024 MCI D45CRTE, 2021–2024 MCI D45CRTELE, 2020–2025 MCI J4500E
Updated from NHTSA data · How we count
- Report date
- Aug 29, 2025
- Vehicles affected
- 59
- Models
- 3
- Initiated by
- Manufacturer
The problem
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.
The risk
A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
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.
Affected vehicles
- 2024 MCI D45CRTE
- 2021 MCI D45CRTELE
- 2023 MCI D45CRTELE
- 2024 MCI D45CRTELE
- 2020 MCI J4500E
- 2021 MCI J4500E
- 2023 MCI J4500E
- 2025 MCI J4500E
Details
- NHTSA campaign
- 25V567000
- Manufacturer
- Motor Coach Industries
- Owner letters
- Oct 6, 2025
- Components
- Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery (Electrical System); Electrical system:propulsion system:traction battery:management system/energy control module (bms/becm):software (Electrical System)
Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. To see if your vehicle is included, enter your VIN at NHTSA.gov or call the manufacturer.
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