repaired · 2026 Q3
Body: door
NewRisk. The incorrect window glazing material may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
2013 Mci J4500Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 0 owner complaints about the 2013 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 2013 Mci J4500 has problems
0 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
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Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
7 recalls
2013 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 · 2018 Q3
Suspension
Risk. If the sway bar cracks, it can detach from the vehicle, affecting vehicle handling and increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2017 Q2
Seats
Risk. 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…
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repaired · 2016 Q4
Power train: axle hubs
Risk. Cracks in the hub may result in hub failure, which could cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2016 Q2
Service brakes
Risk. 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…
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.
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
2013 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
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- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
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