NHTSA Recall 14V172000: Anchorage (seat belts) and seats
Motor Coach Industries reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 957 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Mci E4500.
| NHTSA campaign | 14V172000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 408 |
| Components | SEAT BELTS › FRONT › ANCHORAGE; SEATS |
| Report received | April 4, 2014 |
| Owner notification | May 9, 2014 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 E4500 and J4500 motorcoaches manufactured October 2008 through October 2013, and equipped with passenger seats with 3-point seat belts. The seat track for the second row passenger seats may be missing a weld at the end of the seat track where it enters the frame structure.
Safety risk
In the event of a crash, the seat may detach from its floor mounting, increasing the risk of injury to the occupant.
Remedy
MCI will notify owners, and dealers will modify the seat anchorage, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2014. Owners may contact MCI at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is 408.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 14V172000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mci E4500 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
| Mci J4500 | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014 |
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.