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NHTSARecalled Aug 29, 2025 · #25V567000

High Voltage Battery May Overheat and Cause Fire

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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. A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.

Product details

Product
High Voltage Battery May Overheat and Cause Fire
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Motor Coach Industries, Inc
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice