NHTSA Recall 10V135000: Motor (visibility)
MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,261 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mci E4500.
| NHTSA campaign | 10V135000 |
|---|---|
| Component | VISIBILITY › WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER › MOTOR |
| Report received | April 6, 2010 |
| Owner notification | July 31, 2010 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Mci is recalling certain model year 1999-2001, 2007-2011 e4500 and model year 2001-2011 j4500 coaches equipped with doga windshield motors. The windshield wiper motor may fail to operate properly while the wiper system is functioning. If this occurs, the windshield wipers may operate intermittently, operate at a single speed only, or completely stop operating.
Safety risk
If the windshield wipers stop functioning, the driver's clear field of view may be reduced increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will furnish the parts and labor required to implement the doga-recommended remedies on the affected coaches. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall is expected to begin during july 2010. Owners may contact mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
Notes
Mci recall no. 344.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Vehicles covered by recall 10V135000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mci E4500 | 1999, 2000, 2001, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
| Mci J4500 | 2001, 2003, 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010, 2011 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.