2008 MCI J4500 Complaints and Recall Information
The 2008 MCI J4500 has 0 complaints and 6 recalls filed with NHTSA. Owners most frequently report issues related to safety systems and component failures, with manufacturer recalls addressing problems across multiple systems including windshield wipers, electronic stability control, electrical components, seat belts, wheelchair lifts, and hydraulic steering.
There are six recalls covering a range of vehicle systems, primarily involving safety and operational reliability. These recalls address defects that could affect visibility, braking stability, fire risk, occupant protection, mobility device safety, and steering control.
Recalls- Windshield wiper motor. NHTSA recall 10V135000 affects 1,261 vehicles. The windshield wiper motor may fail during operation causing intermittent or complete stoppage of wipers. This reduces driver visibility and increases crash risk. Dealers will provide free parts and labor to correct the defect starting July 2010.
- Electronic stability control (ESC). Recall 11V524000 covers 1,962 vehicles. Certain ESC modules may miscalculate slip angle during road and driving conditions, causing unintended braking on the front axle and potential vehicle deviation. The control module will be replaced free of charge. The recall began January 2012.
- Electrical system battery equalizers. Recall 13V498000 includes 10,016 vehicles with Sure Power battery equalizers using an epoxy potting compound prone to electrical conduction after heat exposure. This can lead to melting and fire risk. Sure Power will replace the equalizers at no cost to owners.
- Seat belts on driver seats. Recall 15V183000 affects 21 vehicles with Recaro driver seats where the tether bar may interfere with seat belt locking. Faulty locking increases injury risk in crashes. Dealers will inspect and retrofit affected seats free of charge. The recall started May 2015.
- Wheelchair lift outer barrier. Recall 21V737000 involves 510 vehicles equipped with Ricon Baylift wheelchair lifts. The outer barrier may fail when impacted by a mobility device, risking injury to occupants. Ricon will reinforce the barrier at no charge. Owner notifications were sent in October 2021.
- Hydraulic power assist steering system. Recall 19V027000 covers 2,089 vehicles with hydraulic tag axle steering where alignment issues and low hydraulic pressure may cause steering lockup and loss of control. MCI will inspect and repair axle alignment for free. Notifications occurred between 2019 and 2021.
Owners dealing with repeated repairs, unresolved recall issues, or defects involving critical safety systems may have rights under their state’s lemon law. Consulting a legal professional experienced in lemon law claims can help determine available remedies.
2008 MCI J4500 Summary
2008
Model Year
0
Total Complaints
6
Total Recalls
15859
Vehicles Affected
Recalls
2008 MCI J4500
510 vehicles affected
EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:WHEELCHAIR LIFT/RAMP
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2005-2009 E4500 and 2005-2012 J4500 motorcoaches equipped with Ricon Baylift Wheelchair Lifts. When the lift's outer barrier is fully deployed, it may not withstand a sufficient amount of force, which could cause it to fail. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 403, "Platform Lift Systems," and number 404, "Platform lift installations."
Risk: In the event that a mobility device pushes into the outer barrier, the barrier may fail, increasing the risk of injury for the lift occupant.
2008 MCI J4500
2089 vehicles affected
STEERING:HYDRAULIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
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 steering control at highway speeds.
Risk: Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
2008 MCI J4500
21 vehicles affected
SEAT BELTS
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2007-2010 MCI E4500 and J4500 motor coaches manufactured November 21, 2006, to August 27, 2009, and equipped with certain Recaro Automotive Seating Ergo M bus driver seats. The affected seats were manufactured in a way that the tether bar may push into the retractor panel door and potentially interfere with the seat belt locking mechanism.
Risk: If the seat belt locking mechanism does not function as intended, the bus driver may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury in the event of a crash.
2008 MCI J4500
10016 vehicles affected
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2000-2012 D, E, G and J series coaches manufactured January 2000 through June 2011 and equipped with Sure Power battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Risk: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
2008 MCI J4500
1962 vehicles affected
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC)
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 2011. UNDER CERTAIN ROAD AND DRIVING CONDITIONS, VEHICLE BODY ROLL AND ROAD INCLINATION CHARACTERISTICS MAY ADVERSELY AFFECT THE SLIP ANGLE CALCULATION OF THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) SYSTEM. THIS MIGHT CAUSE THE ESC TO PERCEIVE AN OVER STEERING SITUATION AND THEREFORE APPLY THE OUTER WHEEL BRAKE ON THE FRONT AXLE UNTIL THE VEHICLE IS PERCEIVED TO BE STABLE.
Risk: 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.
2008 MCI J4500
1261 vehicles affected
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
MCI IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1999-2001, 2007-2011 E4500 AND MODEL YEAR 2001-2011 J4500 COACHES EQUIPPED WITH DOGA WINDSHIELD MOTORS. THE WINDSHIELD WIPER MOTOR MAY FAIL TO OPERATE PROPERLY WHILE THE WIPER SYSTEM IS FUNCTIONING. IF THIS OCCURS, THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS MAY OPERATE INTERMITTENTLY, OPERATE AT A SINGLE SPEED ONLY, OR COMPLETELY STOP OPERATING.
Risk: IF THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOP FUNCTIONING, THE DRIVER'S CLEAR FIELD OF VIEW MAY BE REDUCED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Complaints
No complaints found.