Mci D45crtele recalled over fire hazard

Recall date

August 29, 2025

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Motor Coach Industries, Inc recalls 2020–2025 Mci D45crtele, J4500e, D45crte

Recall number

25V567000

Brand / firm

Mci

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 59 units

Why it was recalled

A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

What was recalled

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.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.