Products Liability Law Daily Wrap Up, NHTSA NEWS—MOTOR VEHICLES—MCI is recalling 15K transit buses due to incorrect front door glazing material, (Jan 5, 2026)

By Deja Rothschild

The material may reduce the driver’s visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling approximately 15,454 102DL3, 102D3, MC12PTV, E4500, D4000, 102D3ISTV, D4500, J4500, D4000ISTV, D4005, D4505, and J3500 transit buses because the front door lower curb view glazing material is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 205, Glazing Materials (NHTSA Recall Notice, No. 25V853, Report receipt date: Dec. 10, 2025).

Remedy. MCI will replace the glass, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed January 6, 2026.

Contact Information. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI’s number for this recall is 22-005.

Companies: Motor Coach Industries

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