2018-2026 MCI D45CRTLE, 2018, 2020-2026 MCI D4520, 2021-2026 MCI D45CRT and 4 more models recall: Hazard Indicator Light Not Displayed on Instrument Panel/FMVSS 108
Report received by NHTSA: Oct. 5, 2026.
Built by the Tribune's code from NHTSA's official records. No AI wrote this page. Updated Nov. 4, 2026.
- What's recalled
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2018-2026 buses. Please see the complete list of models above. The instrument panel indicator light may not illuminate when the hazard warning lights are on and the master run switch is in the 'Off' position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- The risk
Without the illuminated reminder, the driver may fail to turn off the exterior lights when no longer needed. Hazard warning lights that remain activated unintentionally can confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Who's affected
683 vehicles potentially affected, according to NHTSA. Models: 2018-2026 MCI D45CRTLE, 2018, 2020-2026 MCI D4520, 2021-2026 MCI D45CRT, 2024-2026 MCI D4020ISTV, 2021-2023 MCI D45CRTELE, 2026 MCI D4020 and 1 more model.
- Compared with
Motor Coach Industries, Inc has 1 NHTSA recall in 2026 so far, compared with 4 in all of 2025.
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- Before this
28 earlier NHTSA recalls by Motor Coach Industries, Inc since Nov. 1, 2016; the 5 most recent:
- Dec. 10, 2025 Motor Coach Industries, Inc recall: Incorrect Front Door Glaze Material/FMVSS 205 (agency record)
- Sept. 20, 2025 Motor Coach Industries, Inc recall: High Voltage Battery System May Short Circuit (agency record)
- Aug. 29, 2025 Motor Coach Industries, Inc recall: High Voltage Battery May Overheat and Cause Fire (agency record)
- July 8, 2025 Motor Coach Industries, Inc recall: Incorrect Location for Emergency Exit Label/FMVSS 217 (agency record)
- Aug. 20, 2024 Motor Coach Industries, Inc recall: Battery Damage from Over-Current Condition (agency record)
Counted by the Tribune from NHTSA's records since Nov. 1, 2016.
- What to do and when
MCI will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 24, 2026. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
NHTSA's record, word for word
- Check it yourself
NHTSA's VIN lookup shows whether a specific vehicle has an open recall.
Models in this recall
- MCI D4020 2026
- MCI D4020ISTV 2024-2026
- MCI D4520 2018, 2020-2026
- MCI D45CRT 2021-2026
- MCI D45CRTE 2024
- MCI D45CRTELE 2021-2023
- MCI D45CRTLE 2018-2026
The record as NHTSA published it
| NHTSA recall number | 26V645000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Motor Coach Industries, Inc |
| Recall type | Vehicle |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Report received by NHTSA | Oct. 5, 2026 |
| Potentially affected | 683 vehicles |
| “Do not drive” warning | No |
| Fire risk when parked (“park outside”) | No |
Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration recall records (public domain). NHTSA's record