repaired · 2026 Q3
Body: door
NewRisk. The incorrect window glazing material may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
2009 Mci E4500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2009 Mci E4500. It is covered by 8 safety recalls, and for recall 21V-737 the manufacturer reports only 5% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 10, 2025. Updated daily.
Complaints by system
Where the 2009 Mci E4500 has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
8 recalls
2009 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 Q3
Equipment adaptive/mobility: wheelchair lift/ramp
Risk. In the event that a mobility device pushes into the outer barrier, the barrier may fail, increasing the risk of injury for the lift occupant.
repaired · 2023 Q1
Steering: hydraulic power assist system
Risk. Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q3
Seat belts
Risk. If the seat belt locking mechanism does not function as intended, the bus driver may not be properly restrained, increasing the risk of personal injury in the…
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repaired · 2016 Q2
Front: anchorage
Risk. In the event of a crash, the seat may detach from its floor mounting, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant.
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.
no report yet
Windshield wiper/washer: motor
Risk. IF THE WINDSHIELD WIPERS STOP FUNCTIONING, THE DRIVER'S CLEAR FIELD OF VIEW MAY BE REDUCED INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
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
2009 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
1 investigation
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2009 Mci E4500, and the recalls they led to.
- MCI Drive Shaft Safety Loop FailuresLed to recall 14V-335
Own a 2009 E4500?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.