2012 MCI D4500
7 recalls — 0 complaints — 18 TSBs
25V853000 Dec 10, 2025
STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
Defect Description
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. A... Read more
Consequence
The incorrect window glazing material may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
18V309000 May 13, 2018
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Defect Description
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2011-2016 D4500, D4505, D4000, D4005, and D4000 ISTV motor coaches equipped with ISX engines. Due to vibrations, the exhaust bellow pipes develop a hole.
Consequence
If the pipe develops a hole, during a regeneration cycle, hot exhaust gases may leak out, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
MCI will notify owners, and dealers will replace the bellows pipe assembly with an improved part, free of charge. The recall began July 10, 2018. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
17V337000 May 24, 2017
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Defect Description
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2011-2012 MCI D4000, D4005, D4500 and D4505 coaches equipped with Cummins ISX 12 liter engines. The vehicles may have an incorrectly installed exhaust bellow pipe, resulting in a bend in the pipe which can cause its premature failure.
Consequence
If the pipe fails and a diesel regeneration cycle occurs, the hot exhaust gases will increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
MCI will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace any deformed or failed bellow pipes if necessary, free of charge. The recall began on June 15, 2017. Owners may contact Motor Industries at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 397B.
16V020000 Jan 20, 2016
SEATS
Defect Description
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 and 2015 J4500 coaches manufactured November 18, 2011, to July 10, 2015, 2011-2012 and 2014-2015 D4000 coaches manufactured manufactured September 24, 2010, to September 5, 2015, 2011-2013 and 2015-2016 D4005 coaches manufactured... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
MCI will notify owners and dealers will inspect the seats and determined if welds are missing. Any J-Bracket that is missing welds will be removed and replaced, free of charge. The recall began on February 15, 2016. Owners may contact MCI at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 431... Read more
13V142000 Apr 16, 2013
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
Defect Description
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 D4000, D4000ISTV, D4005, D4500, and D4505 motorcoaches manufactured from May 2012 through December 2012 and equipped with a Cummins ISX EPA 2010 engine. In the affected buses, the bellows pipe in the exhaust system may have been... Read more
Consequence
During a regeneration process to clean exhaust emissions, if the bellows pipe has failed, the hot exhaust gases may not be contained, resulting in a fire.
Remedy
MCI will notify owners and dealers will inspect and replace the bellows pipes, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on April 29, 2013. Customers may contact MCI at 1-847-285-2000.
12V086000 Mar 5, 2012
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Defect Description
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC (MCI) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 D4505, D4500, AND D4000ISTV MOTOR COACHES, EQUIPPED WITH A SEDAN STYLE ENTRANCE DOOR AND AN ACTIA MULTIPLEX SYSTEM. THIRTY MINUTES AFTER THE PARK BRAKE IS SET AND THE IGNITION IS TURNED OFF, THE ENTRANCE DOOR WILL CLOSE WITHOUT W... Read more
Consequence
THE ENTRANCE DOOR WILL CLOSE WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY TO PEOPLE ENTERING OR EXITING THE BUS.
Remedy
MCI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND REMEDY THE AFFECTED COACHES BY REPROGRAMMING THE MULTIPLEX SYSTEM, FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 11, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT MCI AT 1-800-241-2947.
11V524000 Oct 26, 2011
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
Defect Description
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 ... Read more
Consequence
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.
Remedy
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.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 2012 MCI D4500
18 manufacturer communications from 18 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 060000 ENGINE (PWS) | 3 |
| 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION | 2 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| 021300 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER | 1 |
| 103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER | 1 |
| 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM | 1 |
| 061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER | 1 |
| 070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE | 1 |
TSIB 22-03
May 3, 2022
220000 SEATS
Technical Service Information Bulletin describing the replacement of seating backrest attachment hardware with the addition of a mechanical lock nut on specifically equipped buses manufactured prior to model year 2020.
TSIB 21-01
Dec 14, 2021
030000 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
This Technical Service Information Bulletin (TSIB) describes an update from Meritor for the bolt torque application requirements on hub-to-rotor bolts for the front, drive and tag axles, on specific coaches equipped with Meritor EX225 disc
SB 3139
Sep 17, 2020
350000 EQUIPMENT
This Service Bulletin provides a checklist of actions to perform on a daily, weekly and monthly basis for parked coaches before they are considered ready for driving.
P08-54
Oct 22, 2019
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
This Procedure outlines the steps to install a relief valve on the air compressor for coaches equipped with DD13 engines.
SB 3120
Oct 7, 2019
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Bulletin informs owners of the procedure to clean the batteries and reapply corrosion inhibitor every 6000 miles or 3 months, whichever first occurs.
SB 424B
Aug 27, 2015
356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
This Service Bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin 424 in its entirety and informs customers that MCI was notified by Cummins Inc. that it has issued a campaign to addresses the ISX lubricating oil filter bypass valve in addition to the prev
SB 424
Jun 9, 2015
070000 FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
This Service Bulletin informs customers that MCI was notified by Cummins Inc. that it has released Campaign C1638 that addresses the ISX lubricating oil filter bypass valve in addition to the previous fuel pump repair actions outlined in MC
SB 419
Oct 3, 2014
061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
This Service Bulletin informs affected customers that MCI was notified by Cummins Inc. that it has issued a campaign to address ISX high pressure fuel pump ceramic plunger fractures as well as the potential of damage to the roller/tappet as
SB 410
Jun 4, 2014
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
This Service Bulletin informs affected customers that the diesel exhaust fluid (DEF) pressure line may exhibit signs of fatigue and melting on model year 2011-2013 MCI D model coaches, and that MCI will remedy the affected coaches at no cos
SB-407
May 7, 2014
021300 SUSPENSION:FRONT:SHOCK ABSORBER
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES (MCI): RED 185 DUROMETER POLYURETHANE BUSHINGS WERE REPLACED WITH 288 POLYURETHANE BUSHINGS IN SHOCK ABSORBERS THAT IN COLD TEMPERATURES, WILL FAIL, CAUSING ABSORBER STUD TO BREAK, AT BUSHING, AND COACH IS NOT OPERA
SB-3082
Mar 27, 2014
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
MOTOR COACH IND. (MCI): TO CORRECT AN ACTIVE FAULT CODE (2311), EXPERIENCED IN THE ENGINE, A NEW CALIBRATION ECM IS BEING INSTALLED. *PE
SB 392B
Sep 18, 2013
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This Service Bulletin supersedes Service Bulletin 392 in its entirety and informs affected customers that coaches equipped with a Cummins 2010 engine can experience intermittent faults of the engine and/or transmission of the mulitplex cont
SB 398B
Aug 15, 2013
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This Service Bulletin informs affected customers that due to the Actia's module internal circuit characteristic the potential may exist in which both the high side and low side output of power management module (PMM)1 may be active at the s
SB 396
Jun 18, 2013
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Service Bulletin informs customers that MCI was notified by Cummins Inc. that it has released Campaign C1344 that addresses a calibration change, which Cummins advises will improve the engine and aftertreatment reliability on Cummins I
SB 393
Dec 7, 2012
060000 ENGINE (PWS)
This Service Bulletin informs affected customers that MCI was notified by Cummins Inc. that it has issued campaign C1241 that addresses a calibration issue, which results in the engine brakes being energized with 24 volts rather than the re
SB 392
Dec 7, 2012
103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
This Service Bulletin informs affected customers that coaches equipped with a Cummins 2010 engine may experience intermittent faults on the engine and/or transmission without having the designated warning tell-tale (check engine light and/o
SB 389
Oct 12, 2012
103700 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:TORQUE CONVERTER
This Service Bulletin informs affected customers that the retention nut utilized on the Leece Neville alternator pulley installation is not maintaining the proper torque which may result in alternator bearing failure on model year 2011-2012
No comms 2024-04
Apr 5, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
There are no Manufacturer Communications in accordance with 49 CFR 579.5 to report for April 2024 for Motor Coach Industries.
MCI D4500 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MCI D4500 across all model years (1997–2023).
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Total Recalls
2
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
0
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
MCI D4500 — Year by Year
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| Year | Recalls | Complaints | |
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| 2023 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 2022 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2021 | 2 | 0 | View |
| 2020 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2019 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2018 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2017 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2016 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2015 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2014 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2013 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2012 (current) | 7 | 0 | |
| 2011 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2010 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2009 | 11 | 0 | View |
| 2008 | 8 | 0 | View |
| 2007 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2006 | 9 | 0 | View |
| 2005 | 10 | 0 | View |
| 2004 | 7 | 1 | View |
| 2003 | 7 | 0 | View |
| 2002 | 7 | 1 | View |
| 2001 | 5 | 0 | View |
| 2000 | 3 | 0 | View |
| 1999 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1998 | 1 | 0 | View |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 | View |