Vehicle recall 09V432000 · November 3, 2009
MCI D4500, D4000 and 1 more model
The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- Mci is recalling certain model year 2002-2009 d series coaches, equipped with luminator horizon LED side destination signs. The connector board can corrode due to an accumulation of moisture under the connector.
- Consequence
- A short could occur, possibly causing smoke and fire.
- Remedy
- Mci will notify owners and luminator will repair the buses free of charge. Please see luminator's defect report 09E-054. The safety recall began on November 9, 2009. Owners may contact luminator at 1-972-516-3033 or mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
- Notes
- Mci recall no. 335.OWNERS may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 09V432000
- Reported to NHTSA
- November 3, 2009
- Filed by
- MOTOR COACH INDUSTRIES, INC
- Manufacturer campaign
- 335
- Owner notification
- November 9, 2009
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 701
- Initiated by
- the manufacturer
- Components
- Interior lighting
Vehicles covered
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