Does the 2005 MCI 102EL3 have any recalls?

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, visibility, engine and engine cooling. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.

How do I check if my 2005 MCI 102EL3 recall has been fixed?

Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a MCI dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.

How many complaints have owners filed about the 2005 MCI 102EL3?

0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.

2005 MCI 102EL3 recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 2005 MCI 102EL3. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

Has your MCI been repaired?

Recalls here come from NHTSA’s records for the model and year. Not every vehicle of a model is included in every recall, and this site can’t see whether a repair has been done. Only a VIN lookup can tell you that.

Check your VIN with NHTSA

NHTSA’s VIN search doesn’t show recalls that were already repaired, recalls more than 15 years old, or some small manufacturers’ recalls. A MCI dealer can also check your VIN. Recall repairs are free.

2005 MCI 102EL3 recalls, newest first

January 7, 2019NHTSA 19V0270002,089 vehicles potentially affected

Steering › Hydraulic power assist system

Summary: 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.
Consequence: Loss of steering control may increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: MCI will inspect and repair axle alignment, as necessary, free of charge. MCI issued owners an interim notification on March 26, 2019. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 14, 2021. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is SB 469.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 6, 2006NHTSA 06V2410001,768 vehicles potentially affected

Visibility › Defroster/defogger/HVAC system

Summary: 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.
Consequence: The speed controller may overheat and result in a thermal even, such as smoking or possible fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the defroster speed controller free of charge. The recall began on July 20, 2006. Owners may contact motor coach at 1-800-241-2947.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

April 27, 2006NHTSA 06V1400004,765 vehicles potentially affected

Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel

Summary: On certain motor coaches equipped with detroit diesel series 60 engines, the turbocharger compressors can fail.
Consequence: A fire can result should the turbocharger fail.
Remedy: Detroit diesel is conducting this recall (please see 06E019000) and will remedy these motor coaches. The engines will be repaired free of charge. Owners may contact detroit diesel at 313-592-3708 or motor coach at 866-624-2622.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

No owner complaints about the 2005 MCI 102EL3 were found in NHTSA’s complaint data.

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Questions

Does the 2005 MCI 102EL3 have any recalls?: 3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: steering, visibility, engine and engine cooling. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 2005 MCI 102EL3 recall has been fixed?: Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a MCI dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 2005 MCI 102EL3?: 0 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.