NHTSA Recall 18V225000: Glass, side/rear (visibility)
Motor Coach Industries reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 640 vehicles. It affects 2018 Mci J4500.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V225000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | SB 463 |
| Component | VISIBILITY › GLASS, SIDE/REAR |
| Report received | April 9, 2018 |
| Owner notification | August 24, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2018 MCI J4500 motor coaches. The rear left hand window may separate from the vehicle.
Safety risk
If the left rear window separates from the vehicle while it is moving, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of crash or injury.
Remedy
MCI will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear left hand window to make sure that it is securely installed, correcting it as necessary, free of charge. MCI issued owners an interim notification on June 8, 2018. The recall began on August 24, 2018. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 463.
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 18V225000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Mci J4500 | 2018 |
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.