NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 25V567000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
Published September 2, 2025 · Recall initiated: August 29, 2025
What's the hazard
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.
What to do
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.
Recall details
- Brand
- MCI
- Model
- D45CRTELE
- Manufacturer
- Motor Coach Industries, Inc
- Lot
- 2021 MCI D45CRTELE | 2021 MCI J4500E | 2020 MCI J4500E | 2025 MCI J4500E | 2023 MCI D45CRTELE | 2023 MCI J4500E | 2024 MCI D45CRTE | 2024 MCI D45CRTELE
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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