2005 MCI 102EL3 recalls
3 NHTSA recall campaigns naming the 2005 MCI 102EL3. Last verified Jul 30, 2026. Recalls may apply only to certain VIN ranges — always confirm with a VIN check.
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- Jan 7, 2019Crash risk1997–2013 MCI 102EL3, 1997–2013 MCI E4500, 2001–2015 MCI J4500 — Steering
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2001-2015 J4500 and 1997-2013 102EL3/E4500 coaches equipped with a hydraulic rear axle (tag axle) steering system. The axle's alignment and low hydraulic pressure in the steering system may cause the steering system to lock, causing a loss of steering control at highway speeds.
19V027000 · 2K units · Motor Coach Industries
- Jul 6, 2006Fire risk2001–2005 MCI 102EL3, 2003–2006 MCI D, 2003–2006 MCI D4000 and 4 other models — Visibility
ON CERTAIN MOTOR COACHES EQUIPPED WITH A SLIDE SWITCH TO CONTROL THE DEFROSTER BLOWER SPEED, THERE IS A SPEED CONTROLLER FOR EACH OF THE TWO DEFROSTER FAN MOTORS. THE SPEED CONTROLLER MAY FAIL CAUSING THE FAN MOTOR TO OPERATE CONTINUOUSLY IN THE "HIGH" SPEED MODE, AND THE CARRIER SLIDE SWITCH MAY FAIL TO REDUCE OR OTHERWISE CONTROL THE FAN MOTOR SPEED.
06V241000 · 2K units · MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC
- Apr 27, 2006Fire risk2000–2005 MCI 102EL3, 2000–2006 MCI D, 2000–2006 MCI D4000 and 8 other models — Engine and Engine Cooling
ON CERTAIN MOTOR COACHES EQUIPPED WITH DETROIT DIESEL SERIES 60 ENGINES, THE TURBOCHARGER COMPRESSORS CAN FAIL.
06V140000 · 5K units · MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC