NHTSA campaign 25V567000
Motor Coach Industries recall 25V567000
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2020-2021 J4500E, 2021 D45CRTELE, 2023 J4500E, 2023-2024 D45CRTELE, 2024 D45CRTE, and 2025 J4500E buses. An inadequate weld on the high voltage battery busbar and incorrect software may cause the battery module to overheat.
Reported 08/29/2025
What can happen
A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Repair
MCI will inspect and replace the battery module as necessary. MCI will also update the BMS software. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Components
- Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery
- Electrical system: Propulsion system: Traction battery: Management system/energy control module (bms/becm): Software
Affected years and models
A listed year and model does not mean every vehicle in that group is recalled. Use the VIN lookup to confirm a specific vehicle.