1998 MCI E4500
2 recalls — 0 complaints — 2 TSBs
25V853000 Dec 10, 2025
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
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.
19V027000 Jan 7, 2019
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Defect Description
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 steeri... Read more
Consequence
Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
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.
No complaints found for this vehicle.
Technical Service Bulletins — 1998 MCI E4500
2 manufacturer communications from 2 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 010000 STEERING | 1 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
SB 3118
Dec 20, 2018
010000 STEERING
This Service Bulletin informs affected owners of 1997-2013 E4500 and 2001-2015 J4500 model coaches equipped with Rear Axle Steering (RAS) system of the importance of maintaining tag axle caster, and provides the procedure to adjust the cast
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 E4500 — All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the MCI E4500 across all model years (1997–2014).
102
Total Recalls
2
Total Complaints
0
Investigations
0
Reported Crashes
1
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths
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