Recall 12V-250: 2009–2011 MCI D4000, 2009–2011 MCI D4500 and 1 more

MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC recall for interior lighting, reported to NHTSA on May 31, 2012, covering about 312 vehicles.

NHTSA number
12V-250
Report date
May 31, 2012
Vehicles affected
312
Owners notified
Jul 17, 2012

The problem

Motor coach industries, inc (Mci) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 d4000, d4500 and 2010 d4505 motor coaches equipped with LED lights interior lights and powered by either a vansco or io multiplex system. Due to excessive power draw of the LED lights, heat may build up at the fuse block and connector, causing components to melt.

The risk

If this occurs, surrounding material may be damaged and will burn, increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Mci will notify owners, and dealers will install re-designed wiring, free of charge. The recall began on july 17, 2012. Owners may contact mci at 1-866-624-2622.

Notes

Mciâ’s recall campaign number is 388. Owners may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC
ComponentInterior Lighting
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number12V250000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
MCI D40002009, 2010, 2011All years
MCI D45002009, 2010, 2011All years
MCI D45052010All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 12V-250?

Motor coach industries, inc (Mci) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 d4000, d4500 and 2010 d4505 motor coaches equipped with LED lights interior lights and powered by either a vansco or io multiplex system. Due to excessive power draw of the LED lights, heat may build up at the fuse block and connector, causing components to melt.

How is recall 12V-250 fixed?

Mci will notify owners, and dealers will install re-designed wiring, free of charge. The recall began on july 17, 2012. Owners may contact mci at 1-866-624-2622.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.