Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling approximately 59 electric buses across several models from 2020 to 2025. The recall involves specific J4500E, D45CRTELE, and D45CRTE buses where an inadequate weld on the high voltage battery busbar, combined with incorrect software, can cause the battery module to overheat. MCI will provide a free inspection, replace the battery module if a weld defect is found, and update the Battery Management System (BMS) software.
A battery module that overheats poses a significant risk of a vehicle fire. The defect involves a hardware weld failure on the busbar and a software error that fails to mitigate overheating conditions.
You have 2 options:
Inspection and software update.
Battery module replacement if necessary.
Affected model years: 2020, 2021, 2023, 2025.
Affected model years: 2021, 2023, 2024.
Affected model years: 2024.
If you or a family member were harmed by this recalled product, you may have legal rights. Consider consulting a consumer protection attorney to understand your options for compensation.
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Sources: NHTSA Notice · Raw API Response