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- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HAZARD FLASHING WARNING LIGHTS
- Problem
- Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 2018-2026 buses. Please see the complete list of models above. The instrument panel indicator light may not illuminate when the hazard warning lights are on and the master run switch is in the 'Off' position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
- Risk
- Without the illuminated reminder, the driver may fail to turn off the exterior lights when no longer needed. Hazard warning lights that remain activated unintentionally can confuse other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- MCI will update the software, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 24, 2026. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947.
What this recall means for you
On certain Motor Coach Industries buses, the instrument panel indicator light may not turn on when the hazard warning lights are activated while the master run switch is in the Off position. Without that dashboard reminder, the driver may not notice the hazard lights are still flashing and fail to switch them off when they are no longer needed. The vehicles also do not meet a federal lighting safety standard.
Hazard lights left on unintentionally can confuse other drivers about your bus's intentions and position on the road, which increases the risk of a crash. Check whether your bus is affected, and make sure you know how to turn off the hazard lights before you leave the vehicle.
The remedy is a free software update to be performed by an authorized dealer. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 24, 2026. You can also contact Motor Coach Industries customer service at 1-800-241-2947, and check your vehicle identification number (VIN) for open recalls.
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