2021 MCI D45CRTELE — Problems, Recalls & Safety Data
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Safety Rating
0
Owner Complaints
2
Recalls
0
Service Bulletins
0
Investigations
Overview of the 2021 MCI D45CRTELE
The 2021 MCI D45CRTELE has received a total of 0 safety complaints filed with the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). There have been 8 recall campaigns affecting this vehicle, covering issues with ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY.
Recalls for the 2021 MCI D45CRTELE
NHTSA has recorded 8 recalls for the 2021 MCI D45CRTELE, potentially affecting up to 402 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 24V625000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
| 24 vehicles affected
Defect: Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2021 D45CRTeLE vehicles. An error in the battery module software may cause an over-current condition during battery charging, resulting in battery damage.
Consequence: Battery damage can cause battery cells to short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: MCI will replace the batteries, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
View full details →Recall 24V625000 — ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
| 24 vehicles affected
Defect: Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2021 D45CRTeLE vehicles. An error in the battery module software may cause an over-current condition during battery charging, resulting in battery damage.
Consequence: Battery damage can cause battery cells to short circuit, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: MCI will replace the batteries, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 6, 2024. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
View full details →Owner Complaints for the 2021 MCI D45CRTELE
No complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 MCI D45CRTELE.
Safety Rating for the 2021 MCI D45CRTELE
NHTSA has not yet tested the 2021 MCI D45CRTELE in its New Car Assessment Program.
Technical Service Bulletins for the 2021 MCI D45CRTELE
No technical service bulletins have been reported for this vehicle.
NHTSA Investigations for the 2021 MCI D45CRTELE
There are no NHTSA defect investigations on record for this vehicle.
Other Model Years of the MCI D45CRTELE
- 2021 MCI D45CRTELE (current)
- 2023 MCI D45CRTELE — 0 complaints
- 2024 MCI D45CRTELE — 0 complaints
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