Recall 19V-344: 2019 MCI D4505, 2019 MCI J3500 and 1 more

Motor Coach Industries recall for visibility, reported to NHTSA on May 3, 2019, covering about 75 vehicles.

NHTSA number
19V-344
Report date
May 3, 2019
Vehicles affected
75
Owners notified
Jun 20, 2019

The problem

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2019 J3500 and D4505 buses, and 2018-2019 J4500 buses equipped with Transpec T287x Series glass roof hatches. Temperature and vibration stresses may cause the tempered glass roof hatch to shatter.

The risk

If the tempered glass roof hatch shatters, glass fragments may fall onto passengers, increasing the risk of an injury.

The fix

MCI will notify owners, instructing them to contact the hatch manufacturer for a replacement roof hatch, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2019. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 471.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Recall details

ManufacturerMotor Coach Industries
ComponentVisibility › Sun/Moon Roof Assembly
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number19V344000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
MCI D45052019All years
MCI J35002019All years
MCI J45002018, 2019All 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 19V-344?

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2019 J3500 and D4505 buses, and 2018-2019 J4500 buses equipped with Transpec T287x Series glass roof hatches. Temperature and vibration stresses may cause the tempered glass roof hatch to shatter.

How is recall 19V-344 fixed?

MCI will notify owners, instructing them to contact the hatch manufacturer for a replacement roof hatch, free of charge. The recall began June 20, 2019. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 471.

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.