Mci J4500 2013

Vehicle Details: Recalls, Service Bulletins

Below you will find all available information on the 2013 MCI J4500.

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Frequently Asked Questions
  • Are there recalls for the 2013 MCI J4500?
     - There are 7 recall(s) for the 2013 MCI J4500, additional information is below.
NHTSA Mandated Recalls

  • Recall 138534 [USA]: Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 121651 [USA]: If the sway bar cracks, it can detach from the vehicle, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 111294 [USA]: If the seatbelt anchorage assembly separates from the j-bracket, the bus driver may not be properly restrained in the event of a crash increasing their risk of injury.

  • Recall 114212 [USA]: Cracks in the hub may result in hub failure, which could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 108537 [USA]: The rubbing may wear a hole into the brake hose resulting in a loss of air pressure in the front brake chamber, reducing brake performance and increasing the risk of a crash.

  • Recall 103028 [USA]: In the event of a crash, the seat may detach from its floor mounting, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant.

  • Recall 2019006 [Canada]: Steering

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Recalls are also available on the Complaints page
Bulletins

Bulletins are notices put out by manufacturers in conjunction with the NHTSA to notify the public of manufacturing issues or changes.

  • No comms 2024-04 - UNKNOWN OR OTHER: There are no manufacturer communications in accordance with 49 cfr 579.5 to report for april 2024 for motor coach industries.
  • TSIB 22-12 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Mci has released technical service information bulletin (tsib) 22-12 to address concerns with water ingress in remote switch box. The tsib provides guidance on how to rework the box to inhibit water intrusion and connector corrosion
  • TSIB 22-03 - SEATS: Technical service information bulletin describing the replacement of seating backrest attachment hardware with the addition of a mechanical lock nut on specifically equipped buses manufactured prior to model year 2020.
  • TSIB 21-01 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: This technical service information bulletin (tsib) describes an update from meritor for the bolt torque application requirements on hub-to-rotor bolts for the front, drive and tag axles, on specific coaches equipped with meritor ex225 disc
  • MCI-3090 - PARKING BRAKE: The following procedure outlines the operational checks for the primary and secondary brake syst;em and the park brake automatic actuation operation on j4500 series equipped with zf axles and abd22x disc brakes.
  • MCI-3087 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: Motor coach industries (mci) has received field reports of the alternator bracket on 2010 and 2013 cummins isx engine exhibi;ting signs of fatigue and cracking. Mci is instructing customers operating a d or j4500 serues ciacg eqkyuooed wut
  • SB 3143 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This service bulletin informs affected owners of the steps to add a tensioner bracket to increase the tension on the a/c compressor belt.
  • SB 3139 - EQUIPMENT: This service bulletin provides a checklist of actions to perform on a daily, weekly and monthly basis for parked coaches before they are considered ready for driving.
  • SB 3131 - SUSPENSION: This service bulletin outlines the steps to replace the adapter plates on the tag axle bellows to increase support for the bellow piston.
  • D20M4 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Ddc field service campaign for ghg17 detroit dd13 engines requiring software reprogramming and new emission label replacement. This field service applies only to mci (motor coach industries) vehicles.
  • FCP 3130 - EQUIPMENT: This service bulletin outlines the steps to install reinforcement bracket for the mudflap on coaches equipped with mci p/n 03-33-2646.
  • FCP 3129 - STEERING: This service bulletin outlines the necessary steps to inspect the power steering system for proper operation. It also lists the necessary steps to replace the power steering seals if needed.
  • P07-158 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING: This procedure is for changing the functionality of the tail lights such that they comply with new jersey administrative code section 16:53-3.30, which requires the stop lights to be "separate and independent" of all other rear lights on th
  • P08-54 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: This procedure outlines the steps to install a relief valve on the air compressor for coaches equipped with dd13 engines.
  • P 09-11 - FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL: This procedure outlines the steps to replace the fuel overflow hose and clamp on the fuel tank on model year 2011-2020 j4500 model coaches.
  • SB 3118 - STEERING: This service bulletin informs affected owners of 1997-2013 e4500 and 2001-2015 j4500 model coaches equipped with rear axle steering (ras) system of the importance of maintaining tag axle caster, and provides the procedure to adjust the cast
  • SB 3114 - VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL: This service bulletin informs affected owners of model year 2011-2019 j4500 coaches equipped with entrance door sensor mci p/n 07-19-1176, of the procedure to adjust the entrance door sensor for proper sensor alignment. The procedure also
  • MCI Field Notes - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: This service advisory informs affected owners of model year 2012-2018 j4500 model coaches that the fan test switch, in the remote jbox, in some instances has been accidentally turned on and left on, resulting in the engine running cool and
  • SI 3110 - STRUCTURE: This service bulletin informs affected customers that they may experience water intrusion into the interior cavity of the front junction box compartment on model year 2012-2017 mci j4500 model coaches, and that an additional seal on the int
  • SB 456B - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS: This service bulletin informs affected customers that model year 2012-2018 mci j4500 model coaches may experience fading, discoloration or delamination of the tail light assembly and that mci will provide replacement parts at no cost to the
  • SB 427 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: This service bulletin informs customers that mci was notified by zf friedrichshafen ag that the lower die-cast aluminum seal carrier of the front and trailing (tag) axle king pin mount has exhibited signs of premature wear on model year 201
  • SB 3088 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY: This service bulletin informs customers that mci has created a procedure outlining the required steps to clean the fixed radiator on model year 2010-2016 mci j4500 model coaches.
  • SB 424B - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: This service bulletin supersedes service bulletin 424 in its entirety and informs customers that mci was notified by cummins inc. That it has issued a campaign to addresses the isx lubricating oil filter bypass valve in addition to the prev
  • SB 427 (DEC) - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: This service bulletin informs customers that mci was notified by zf friedrichshafen ag that the lower die-cast aluminum seal carrier of the front and trailing (tag) axle king pin mount has exhibited signs of premature wear on model year 201
  • SB 424 - FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE: This service bulletin informs customers that mci was notified by cummins inc. That it has released campaign C1638 that addresses the isx lubricating oil filter bypass valve in addition to the previous fuel pump repair actions outlined in mc
  • SB 3085 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:FOG LIGHTS: This service bulletin informs affected customers that mci has made design changes to the fog light installation on model year 2012-2014 mci j4500 model coaches replacing the 55w bulb with a 35w bulb which will improve product reliability by
  • SB 419 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER: This service bulletin informs affected customers that mci was notified by cummins inc. That it has issued a campaign to address isx high pressure fuel pump ceramic plunger fractures as well as the potential of damage to the roller/tappet as
  • SB 415B - ENGINE (PWS): This service bulletin supersedes service bulletin 415 in its entirety and informs affected customers that the dd13 engine does not reach an operating temperature that is sufficient to perform a regeneration at low ambient temperatures on mo
  • SB 3083 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING: This service bulletin informs affected customers that mci was notified by mobile climate control (mcc) regarding a potential issue with the wiring in the condenser compartment. The absence of heat shrink on a crimp connector in the condens
  • SB 417 - ENGINE (PWS): This service bulletin informs affected customers that mci was notified by detroit diesel corporation (ddc) that it has released field action 14w1 addressing a reprogramming change, which ddc advises will prevent fault codes and performance
  • SB 411 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: This service bulletin informs affected customers that the diesel exhaust fluid (def) pressure line may exhibit signs of fatigue and melting on model year 2011-2014 mci j4500 model coaches, and that mci will remedy the affected coaches at no
  • SB 404 - STEERING: This service bulletin informs affected customers that coaches may experience failure of the vip module, which may result in the steering wheel switches such as the cruise control and jake brake pod assemblies not working on model year 2013-
  • SB 403 - ENGINE (PWS): This service bulletin informs affected customers that the diesel particulate filter (dpf) cradle may exhibit signs of fatigue and cracking on model year 2012-2014 mci j4500 model coaches equipped with dd13 engine, and that mci will remedy t
  • SB 402 - ENGINE (PWS): This service bulletin informs affected customers that the incorrect diesel exhaust fluid (def) nozzle supply hose and metering unit fitting was utilized on model year 2012-2013 mci j4500 model coaches equipped with a dd13 2010 epa engine wh
  • SB 400 - ENGINE (PWS): This service bulletin informs affected customers that customers may experience an active diagnostic code 1761-2 and the check engine light on model year 2012-2013 mci j4500 model coaches, and that mci will remedy the affected coaches at no
  • SB 399 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC): This service bulletin informs affected customers that the electronic control unit (ecu), which controls the antilock braking system (abs) on the trailing (tag) axle, was installed incorrectly at the production plant on coaches equipped with
  • SB 396 - ENGINE (PWS): This service bulletin informs customers that mci was notified by cummins inc. That it has released campaign C1344 that addresses a calibration change, which cummins advises will improve the engine and aftertreatment reliability on cummins i
  • SB 394 - STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR: This service bulletin informs affected customers that the wheelchair lift threshold warning system (tws) function requires improvement on model year 2012-2013 mci j4500 model coaches equipped with the actia multiplex system. The threshold
  • SB 3077 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: This service bulletin informs affected customers that mci was notified by shaw development that the diesel exhaust fluid (def) tank cap requires routine cleaning to prevent the potential for crystallization build up at the vent, which may r
  • P7-135 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: This procedure is to be performed in conjunction with service bulletin 445, and provides a procedure to insert plugs in the transmission harness connector open cavities to help prevent water migration into the transmission connector and har
  • SB 445 - POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: This service bulletin informs affected customers that customers may experience water migration into the transmission connector and harness on my 2013 - 2017 mci j4500 coaches, and that the transmission interface harness wire loom may wear d
  • SB 3101 - POWER TRAIN:AXLE HUBS: This service bulletin informs affected customers that zf friedrichshafen ag has released a service information bulletin regarding checking axle hubs and wheel heads if an abs tell-tale lamp is activated during coach operation on mci j model
  • SB 3099 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: This service bulletin informs affected customers of the maintenance procedures for the torca accuseal clamp utilized on the connection between the after-treatment system (selective catalyst reduction device) and tailpipe; that the clamp is
  • SB 3105 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS: This service bulletin informs affected customers to routinely inspect the wheelchair power circuit breaker and cable connections for corrosion every 6,000 miles/9,000 km on model year 2009-2017 mci j4500 model coaches equipped with a braun
  • SB 446B - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: This service bulletin supercedes service bulletin 446 in its entirety and informs affected customers that model year 2011-2017 mci j4500 model coaches may exhibit signs of premature wear or cracks in the a/c compressor support tube, which m
  • SB 446 - EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER: This service bulletin informs affected customers that model year 2011-2017 mci j4500 model coaches may exhibit signs of premature wear or cracks in the a/c compressor support tube, which may cause the drive belt for the a/c compressor to fa
  • SB 453 - EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY: This service bulletin informs affected customers that the remote junction box installed on model year 2013-2016 mci j4500 model coaches is subject to corrosion and that mci will remedy the affected coaches at no cost to the customers.
  • SB 442B - EQUIPMENT: This service bulletin informs affected customers that the potential may exist in which the entrance door exhaust line routed through the spare tire compartment could become plugged with snow and/or ice, and in this condition the plugged exh
  • SB 442 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM: This service bulletin informs affected customers that the potential may exist in which the entrance door exhaust line routed through the spare tire compartment could become plugged with snow and/or ice and in this condition, the plugged exh
  • SB 436 - PARKING BRAKE: This service bulletin informs affected customers that if the coach operator fails to follow the correct sequence in the mci wheelchair lift procedure in the mci operator's manual, the potential may exist in which the park brake may fail to
  • 3087 - EQUIPMENT: Summary to be provided on a future date.
  • SB-426 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: Motor coach ind.: information provided regarding some motor coaches with incorrect engine coolant sensor installed which may affect optimum engine performance and need to be corrected. Model j4500. No model years listed. *pe
  • SB-424 - FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP: Motor coach ind.: some coaches need to have the lubricating oil filter bypass valve and fuel pump repaired due to vendor's installation. Model d, j4500. No model years listed. *pe
  • SB-417 - ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL: Mci: due to vendor programming, to prevent fault codes and performance issues, the software for engine will be reprogram and fuel maps. Model j4500 series. No model years listed. *pe
  • SB-3082 - ENGINE (PWS): Motor coach ind. (mci): to correct an active fault code (2311), experienced in the engine, a new calibration ecm is being installed. *pe
  • 399 - ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL:AUTOMATIC (ASC): Operator may experience a bump steer force at steering wheel or jerking due to electronic control unit and system application of the service brakes. 06/04/14*lj

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