Motor Coach Industries, Inc: Electrical System: Instrument Cluster/Panel (2018 MCI D4520, 2018 MCI D45CRTLE, 2019 MCI D45CRTLE…)

Company / brand

Motor Coach Industries, Inc

Product

2018 MCI D4520; 2018 MCI D45CRTLE; 2019 MCI D45CRTLE; 2020 MCI D4520; 2020 MCI D45CRTLE; 2021 MCI D4520; 2021 MCI D45CRT; 2021 MCI D45CRTELE; 2021 MCI D45CRTLE; 2022 MCI D4520; 2022 MCI D45CRT; 2022 MCI D45CRTELE; 2022 MCI D45CRTLE; 2023 MCI D4520; 2023 MCI D45CRT; 2023 MCI D45CRTELE; 2023 MCI D45CRTLE; 2024 MCI D4020ISTV; 2024 MCI D4520; 2024 MCI D45CRT; 2024 MCI D45CRTE; 2024 MCI D45CRTLE; 2025 MCI D4020ISTV; 2025 MCI D4520; 2025 MCI D45CRT; 2025 MCI D45CRTLE; 2026 MCI D4020; 2026 MCI D4020ISTV; 2026 MCI D4520; 2026 MCI D45CRT; 2026 MCI D45CRTLE

Reason / hazard

Without the illuminated reminder, the driver may fail to turn off the exterior lights when no longer needed. Hazard warning lights that remain activated unintentionally can confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

What to do (remedy)

MCI will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 24, 2026. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947.

Distribution / sold at

Potentially affected: 683

Defect

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2018-2026 buses. Please see the complete list of models above. The instrument panel indicator light may not illuminate when the hazard warning lights are on and the master run switch is in the 'Off' position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Component

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

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