Recall 14V329 affects 312 2009-2011 Mci D4000, D4500, and D4505 motor coaches for overheating LED-light fuse holders. Repair is free at any franchised Mci dealer.
Mci is recalling 312 2009-2011 D4000, D4500, and D4505 motor coaches because LED interior lights can overload the fuse block and connector, allowing heat to melt those parts. Damaged surrounding material can burn and raise the risk of a fire; the dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The interior LED lights on the 2009-2011 Mci D4000, D4500, and D4505 motor coaches are powered through a Vansco or IO multiplex system. A multiplex system is the electronic control network that distributes power and switching commands to several circuits, including the cabin lighting. The fuse block and connector protect and join those lighting circuits.
On affected coaches, the LED interior lights draw too much power through that part of the electrical system. That extra load creates heat at the fuse block and connector. As heat builds, the plastic or electrical contact area can melt instead of holding the circuit securely.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or operator should not rely on a dash message, light flicker, or visible cabin-light problem to confirm whether the defect is present.
Who's affected?
Spans D4000, D4500, and D4505 buses across the 2009-2011 model years, with interior lighting and wiring components included.
| 2011 Mci D4000 | Interior lighting |
|---|---|
| 2011 Mci D4000 | wiring |
| 2009 Mci D4000 | Interior lighting |
| 2009 Mci D4000 | wiring |
| 2010 Mci D4000 | Interior lighting |
| 2010 Mci D4000 | wiring |
| 2009 Mci D4500 | Interior lighting |
| 2009 Mci D4500 | wiring |
| 2010 Mci D4505 | Interior lighting |
| 2010 Mci D4505 | wiring |
| 2010 Mci D4500 | Interior lighting |
| 2010 Mci D4500 | wiring |
| 2011 Mci D4500 | Interior lighting |
| 2011 Mci D4500 | wiring |
| Units affected | 312 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific bus is included.
What's the safety risk?
The fuse holder issue can damage surrounding material and start a fire. If your VIN is included, schedule the recall repair promptly and ask the dealer whether the motorcoach needs inspection before further service. Repair will be free at any franchised Mci dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2011 Mci D4000, D4500, or D4505 is included in this recall.
- Contact Mci customer service at 1-847-285-2090 to confirm the current repair instructions before scheduling.
- Ask a franchised Mci dealer about the free fuse-holder replacement that addresses heat buildup at the fuse block and connector.
- Reference recall number 14V329 when you call, and mention Mci recall 388B if the service desk asks for the manufacturer number.
- Avoid using the interior LED lighting system until Mci or the dealer confirms the repair guidance for your coach.
What happens at the repair
The source remedy says Mci dealers will replace the fuse holders at no charge. At the dealer, an Mci technician removes the affected fuse holders tied to the LED interior light power circuit and installs replacement fuse holders so excess heat at the fuse block and connector is addressed. Because the current remedy status is not listed in the recall data, treat the final dealer repair as free once available, and ask the service desk to confirm the campaign details before repair work begins.
Timeline
| June 16, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| July 16, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V329?
Recall 14V329 covers 312 2009-2011 Mci D4000, D4500, and D4505 motor coaches with LED interior lights that draw too much power through the fuse block and connector. Heat can build up, melt those parts, and increase fire risk. Mci dealers will replace the fuse holders for free.
What should I do if my 2009-2011 Mci D4000, D4500, or D4505 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific motor coach is included in recall 14V329. If it is, contact a franchised Mci dealer or Mci customer service at 1-847-285-2090 to arrange the fuse-holder replacement. Reference recall 14V329 and Mci recall number 388B when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to repair the defect at no cost. For recall 14V329, Mci dealers will replace the affected fuse holders free of charge, including motor coaches repaired under the earlier 12V-250 campaign.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. In recall 14V329, excessive power draw from the LED interior lights can heat the fuse block and connector until parts melt. If surrounding material is damaged and burns, fire risk increases. The free dealer repair replaces the fuse holders.
What if my motor coach was already repaired under recall 12V-250?
It still needs this recall repair. Mci states that recall 14V329 supersedes recall 12V-250, and motor coaches remedied under the earlier campaign need to be remedied under this campaign as well. Ask the dealer to confirm completion of recall 14V329.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V329000 |
|---|---|
| Mci customer service | 1-847-285-2090 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V329 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V329000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Investigation Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →