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2012 MCI D4505 Safety Overview

The 2012 MCI D4505 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 8 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Structure:body:door
  • Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
  • Engine and engine cooling:exhaust system

Severe Defect Warnings

Notably, some of these defects carry severe risks, such as the incorrect window glazing material may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

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 D4505 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 MCI D4505 25V853000

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 102DL3, 102D3, MC12PTV, E4500, D4000, 102D3ISTV...

The incorrect window glazing material may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 25V853000: The incorrect window glazing material may reduce the driver's visibility... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 12/10/2025
2012 MCI D4505 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 D4505 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 D4505 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 D4505 13V498000

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2000-2012 D, E, G and J series coach...

Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 13V498000: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 10/17/2013
2012 MCI D4505 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 D4505 12V086000

MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC (MCI) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2012 D4505, D4500, AND D4000IST...

THE ENTRANCE DOOR WILL CLOSE WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY TO PEOPLE ENTERING OR EXITING THE BUS.

NHTSA Recall 12V086000: THE ENTRANCE DOOR WILL CLOSE WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/5/2012
2012 MCI D4505 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.