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2018 MCI J3500 Safety Overview

The 2018 MCI J3500 has been closely monitored for safety issues.

Official NHTSA Recalls

The NHTSA has issued 5 official safety recalls for this vehicle. Key affected components include:

  • Structure:body:door
  • Electrical system
  • Fuel system, diesel:fuel injection system:fuel rail

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 J3500 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2018 MCI J3500 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
2018 MCI J3500 21V748000

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2018 D4000, 2018-2020 D4005, D4000ISTV, 2017-20...

MDP circuit board failure can result in a fire or an unexpected vehicle shutdown, increasing the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 21V748000: MDP circuit board failure can result in a fire or an unexpected vehicle... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/24/2021
2018 MCI J3500 21V364000

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2017-2018 D4000, 2017-2019 D4005, D4000ISTV, D4...

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.

NHTSA Recall 21V364000: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 5/18/2021
2018 MCI J3500 20V242000

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2015-2016 D4000, 2015-2020 D4500 and D4505, 201...

Inability to use the seat belt may increase the risk of injury in the event of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V242000: Inability to use the seat belt may increase the risk of injury in the event... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/29/2020
2018 MCI J3500 20V233000

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2014-2019 J4500 and 2018-2019 J3500...

A leaking brake hose could cause a delay in the actuation time of the front brake, which would increase vehicle's stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 20V233000: A leaking brake hose could cause a delay in the actuation time of the front... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/27/2020

Recent Complaints

No complaints reported.