2008 MCI D4005 recalls and problems
The 2008 MCI D4005 has 4 safety recalls. Recall repairs are free at any MCI dealer.
Recalls may cover only some 2008 MCI D4005 vehicles. Check your VIN at NHTSA ↗ to see open recalls for your exact car.
2008 MCI D4005 recalls
Recall 25V-853: Visibility, Structure
Problem: Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 102DL3, 102D3, MC12PTV, E4500, D4000, 102D3ISTV, D4500, J4500, D4000ISTV, D4005, D4505, and J3500 transit buses. Please refer to MCI's recall report for specific model year information. The front door lower curb view glazing material is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, "Glazing Materials."
Risk: The incorrect window glazing material may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: MCI will replace the glass, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2026. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is 22-005.
Recall 13V-498: Electrical System
Problem: Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2000-2012 D, E, G and J series coaches manufactured January 2000 through June 2011 and equipped with Sure Power battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Risk: Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Fix: MCI will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers, free of charge. Owners may contact MCI at 1-847-285-2000. This campaign is MCI service bulletin 401.
Recall 11V-524: Electronic Stability Control (ESC)
Problem: Motor coach industries (Mci) is recalling certain model year 2003, and 2007-2012 e and j models along with model year 2007-2012 d4000, d4005, d4500, d4505, d4000istv motor coaches equipped with meritor wabco electronic stability control (Esc) modules, manufactured from october 2002, through october 2011. Under certain road and driving conditions, vehicle body roll and road inclination characteristics may adversely affect the slip angle calculation of the electronic stability control (Esc) system. This might cause the ESC to perceive an over steering situation and therefore apply the outer wheel brake on the front axle until the vehicle is perceived to be stable.
Risk: 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.
Fix: Mci will notify owners and replace the control module free of charge. The safety recall began on january 4, 2012. Owners may contact mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Recall 08V-603: Equipment
Problem: Mci is recalling 1,893 my 2002-2008 d model and my 2001-2008 e and j4500 motor coaches equipped with zf transmissions. There is a potential for the shift selector to malfunction as a result of a cell phone or radio being placed in close proximity to the shifter control pad.
Risk: When this happens, the shift selector may move into reverse without driver knowledge increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Mci is working with zf and has created a software update that protects against the potential for transient analog or digital signal interference. The recall is expected to begin during november 2008. .owners may contact mci at 1-800-333-0371 and zf at 1-734-416-6200.
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Frequently asked questions
Does the 2008 MCI D4005 have any recalls?
Yes — NHTSA lists 4 recalls for the 2008 MCI D4005: 25V-853 (visibility, structure), 13V-498 (electrical system), 11V-524 (electronic stability control (esc)), 08V-603 (equipment). Not every vehicle is affected, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Are MCI recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized MCI dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.