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NHTSARecalled Jul 6, 2016 · #16V510000

Windows may Open Unexpectedly

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 J4500 vehicles manufactured April 14, 2015, to February 22, 2016. On the affected vehicles, the non-egress single pane passenger windows may have improperly installed mounting hardware, allowing the windows to open unexpectedly at the bottom. A window that opens unexpectedly as a result of a crash or contact with the window may allow the passenger to be ejected from the bus, increasing their risk of injury.

Product details

Product
Windows may Open Unexpectedly
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Motor Coach Industries, Inc
Model numbers
J4500
UPCs

What you should do

MCI will notify owners, and dealers will tighten and secure the window mounting hardware, free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2016. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 433B.

View the official CPSC notice