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2012 MCI D4000 Safety Overview

The 2012 MCI D4000 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 7 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
  • Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
  • Seats

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as if the pipe develops a hole, during a regeneration cycle, hot exhaust gases may leak out, increasing the risk of a fire.

Consumer Complaints

To date, there have been no consumer complaints filed with the NHTSA for this model year.

Why It Matters

Staying informed about these safety records is critical for MCI D4000 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 MCI D4000 18V309000

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2011-2016 D4500, D4505, D4000, D4005, and D4000...

If the pipe develops a hole, during a regeneration cycle, hot exhaust gases may leak out, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 18V309000: If the pipe develops a hole, during a regeneration cycle, hot exhaust gases... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/13/2018
2012 MCI D4000 17V337000

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2011-2012 MCI D4000, D4005, D4500 and D4505 coa...

If the pipe fails and a diesel regeneration cycle occurs, the hot exhaust gases will increase the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 17V337000: If the pipe fails and a diesel regeneration cycle occurs, the hot exhaust... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/24/2017
2012 MCI D4000 16V020000

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2011-2013 and 2015 J4500 coaches man...

If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.

NHTSA Recall 16V020000: If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the J-Bracket, the bus... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/20/2016
2012 MCI D4000 15V276000

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 D4000 motorcoaches manufac...

If the engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, it can increase the risk of a vehicle fire.

NHTSA Recall 15V276000: If the engine oil comes into contact with a hot surface, it can increase... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/12/2015
2012 MCI D4000 14V085000

Motor Coach Industries, Inc.

The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust temperatures or flames from the exhaust pipe, increasing the risk of a vehicle fire or burn injury to a person near the exhaust pipe.

NHTSA Recall 14V085000: The improper operation of the sensor could induce elevated exhaust... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 2/28/2014
2012 MCI D4000 13V142000

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2012-2013 D4000, D4000ISTV, D4005, D...

During a regeneration process to clean exhaust emissions, if the bellows pipe has failed, the hot exhaust gases may not be contained, resulting in a fire.

NHTSA Recall 13V142000: During a regeneration process to clean exhaust emissions, if the bellows... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/16/2013
2012 MCI D4000 11V524000

MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES (MCI) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2003, AND 2007-2012 E AND J MODELS A...

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.

NHTSA Recall 11V524000: IF THE DRIVER IS SLOW TO REACT DURING THIS ESC INTERVENTION, THE VEHICLE... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/26/2011

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.