NHTSA Campaign 25V457000
EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
Issued by Motor Coach Industries · Reported Jul 8, 2025 · 321 vehicles affected
What's wrong
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2025 D4520, D45CRTLE, D45CRT, J3500, and 2025-2026 J4500 buses. The emergency exit label may be placed in the incorrect location. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 217, "Bus Emergency Exits and Window Retention and Release."
Consequence
Incorrectly located labels may prevent or delay the use of the emergency exit, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
MCI will install or mail labels as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 6, 2025. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Vehicles affected by this recall
| Make | Model | Year | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCI | D4520 | 2025 | 321 |
| MCI | D45CRT | 2025 | 321 |
| MCI | D45CRTLE | 2025 | 321 |
| MCI | J3500 | 2025 | 321 |
| MCI | J4500 | 2025 | 321 |
| MCI | J4500 | 2026 | 321 |
Source: NHTSA Campaign 25V457000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.