repaired · 2026 Q3
Body: door
NewRisk. The incorrect window glazing material may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
2003 Mci E4500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 1 owner complaint about the 2003 Mci E4500, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 9 safety recalls, and for recall 19V-027 the manufacturer reports only 12% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 10, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2003 Mci E4500 has problems
1 complaint grouped by the system owners reported.
1Electrical system
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
9 recalls
2003 Mci E4500 recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Steering: hydraulic power assist system
Risk. Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2015 Q2
Electrical system
Risk. Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
no report yet
Electronic stability control (ESC)
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.
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no report yet
Visibility: glass, side/rear
Risk. IF THE WINDOW GLASS BECOMES PARTIALLY OR COMPLETELY DEBONDED FROM ITS FRAME, THE WINDOW GLASS MAY DETACH AND FALL FROM THE COACH AND CAUSE PERSONAL INJURY OR…
no report yet
Steering
Risk. WITH A BROKEN SAS DRIVING TAB, THE ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL (ESC) WILL NOT FUNCTION PROPERLY, WHICH COULD POSSIBLY RESULT IN A VEHICLE CRASH.
no report yet
Equipment
Risk. WHEN THIS HAPPENS, THE SHIFT SELECTOR MAY MOVE INTO REVERSE WITHOUT DRIVER KNOWLEDGE INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
no report yet
Visibility: defroster/defogger/hvac system
Risk. THE SPEED CONTROLLER MAY OVERHEAT AND RESULT IN A THERMAL EVEN, SUCH AS SMOKING OR POSSIBLE FIRE.
no report yet
Engine: diesel
Risk. A FIRE CAN RESULT SHOULD THE TURBOCHARGER FAIL.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Mci.
Best & worst years
2003 vs. every other E4500 year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the E4500 median. How we score
'97'98'99'00'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2003 Mci E4500, and the recalls they led to.
- MCI Drive Shaft Safety Loop FailuresLed to recall 14V-335
In owners' words
What E4500 owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2003 MCI E4500. THE CONTACT RECEIVED RECALL NOTICE NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 13V498000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THEY DID NOT KNOW WHERE TO DIRECT THE CONTACT IN ORDER TO HAVE THE RECALL REPAIR PERFORMED. THE VIN WAS NOT AVAILABLE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT…
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