Propulsion system: traction batteryRecall 25V-567 · Mci vehicles
Motor Coach Industries recall 25V-567 covers 59 Mci vehicles for a propulsion system: traction battery problem, reported to NHTSA on August 29, 2025. The manufacturer's latest report (2026 Q2) shows 100% of affected vehicles repaired.
Source: NHTSA recall 25V567000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2020-2021 J4500E, 2021 D45CRTELE, 2023 J4500E, 2023-2024 D45CRTELE, 2024 D45CRTE, and 2025 J4500E buses. An inadequate weld on the high voltage battery busbar and incorrect software may cause the battery module to overheat.
The risk
A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
MCI will inspect and replace the battery module as necessary. MCI will also update the BMS software. Owner notification letters were mailed October 6, 2025. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
How fast cars are being fixed
100%repaired
Share of affected vehicles repaired in each quarterly report the manufacturer filed with NHTSA.
Vehicles in this recall
Built from August 2, 2021 to July 1, 2025. Not every vehicle in these model years is included; check by VIN.