repaired · 2026 Q3
Body: door
NewRisk. The incorrect window glazing material may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
2002 Mci J4500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2002 Mci J4500. It is covered by 7 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 2002 Mci J4500 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.
7 recalls
2002 Mci J4500 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
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…
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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
2002 vs. every other J4500 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 J4500 median. How we score
'01'02'03'04'05'06'07'08'09'10'11'12'13'14'15'16'17'18'19'20'21'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
Own a 2002 J4500?
Decode your VIN to see the recalls for your exact car, then confirm open recalls with NHTSA.