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2012 MCI J4500 Safety Overview

The 2012 MCI J4500 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:

  • Structure:body:door
  • Equipment adaptive/mobility:wheelchair lift/ramp
  • Steering:hydraulic power assist 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 J4500 owners to ensure ongoing reliability and safety on the road. Always consult an authorized dealer for official remedy repairs.

Latest Vehicle Recalls

2012 MCI J4500 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 J4500 21V737000

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2005-2009 E4500 and 2005-2012 J4500 motorcoache...

In the event that a mobility device pushes into the outer barrier, the barrier may fail, increasing the risk of injury for the lift occupant.

NHTSA Recall 21V737000: In the event that a mobility device pushes into the outer barrier, the... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 9/23/2021
2012 MCI J4500 19V027000

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2001-2015 J4500 and 1997-2013 102EL3/E4500 coac...

Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.

NHTSA Recall 19V027000: Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash. Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 1/7/2019
2012 MCI J4500 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 J4500 14V172000

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 E4500 and J4500 motorcoach...

In the event of a crash, the seat may detach from its floor mounting, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant.

NHTSA Recall 14V172000: In the event of a crash, the seat may detach from its floor mounting... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 4/4/2014
2012 MCI J4500 12V135000

MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC (MCI) IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2009-2012 J MOTOR COACHES.

A TRANSOM WINDOW MAY DETACH WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY OR PROPERTY DAMAGE.

NHTSA Recall 12V135000: A TRANSOM WINDOW MAY DETACH WITHOUT WARNING, INCREASING THE RISK OF... Check affected vehicles and find your free remedy.

Reported: 3/30/2012
2012 MCI J4500 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.