2024 MCI D45CRTE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
2
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2024 MCI D45CRTE
The 2024 MCI D45CRTE has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 7 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY. 2 technical service bulletins have been issued by Motor Coach Industries for this model year.
Recalls for the 2024 MCI D45CRTE
NHTSA has recorded 7 recalls for the 2024 MCI D45CRTE, potentially affecting up to 366 vehicles.
Recall 25V567000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
| 59 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 25V567000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
| 59 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 25V567000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
| 59 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 25V567000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
| 59 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 25V567000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
| 59 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 25V567000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY:MANAGEMENT SYSTEM/ENERGY CONTROL MODULE (BMS/BECM):SOFTWARE
| 59 vehicles affected
Defect: 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.
Consequence: A battery module that overheats increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: 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.
View full details →Recall 25V632000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
| 12 vehicles affected
Defect: Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2024 D45CRTE, D45CRTELE, and 2025 J4500E coaches. The high voltage battery may experience a short circuit within the battery module when charging to near or full capacity.
Consequence: A short circuit in a high voltage battery increases the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised to park outside and away from structures until the recall repair is complete. Owners are also advised to avoid charging vehicles above 75% capacity. MCI will replace the batteries, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters explaining...
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2024 MCI D45CRTE
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2024 MCI D45CRTE.
Safety Rating for the 2024 MCI D45CRTE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2024 MCI D45CRTE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2024 MCI D45CRTE
Motor Coach Industries has issued 2 technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2024 MCI D45CRTE. TSBs are notices sent by manufacturers to their dealers describing a known issue and the recommended repair procedure.
ITS61307 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
This bulletin outlines steps to replace the existing harness with mini fuses in the battery compartment for the condensers to a more robust design.
ITS61322 — FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
Instructions to replace the BTMS coolant filter and filter head due to possible damage from galling.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2024 MCI D45CRTE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MCI D45CRTE
- 2024 MCI D45CRTE (current)
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