No complaints are listed for the 2022 MCI J3500. NHTSA's API and bulk file list none in this build.
Data build 2026-10-09.
NHTSA lists this vehicle as MCI J3500.
Model-generated complaint tags: No complaints are listed for tagging.
Recalls
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1 recalls.
Date: 2025-12-10. Systems: STRUCTURE, VISIBILITY.
Defect: Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain 102DL3, 102D3, MC12PTV, E4500, D4000, 102D3ISTV, D4500, J4500, D4000ISTV, D4005, D4505, and J3500 transit buses. Please refer to MCI's recall report for specific model year information. The front door lower curb view glazing material is incorrect. As such, these vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 205, (excerpt)
Consequence: The incorrect window glazing material may reduce the driver's visibility, increasing the risk of a crash. (excerpt)
Remedy: MCI will replace the glass, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 4, 2026. Owners may contact MCI customer service at 1-800-241-2947. MCI's number for this recall is 22-005. (excerpt)
Do not drive: No. Park outside: No.
Manufacturer communications
11 manufacturer communications.
Communications by system| System | Count |
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| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 8 |
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| ENGINE | 2 |
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| SUSPENSION | 2 |
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| SERVICE BRAKES | 1 |
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| STEERING | 1 |
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| STRUCTURE | 1 |
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| UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 1 |
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11036144
Date: 2026-08-11. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, SERVICE BRAKES.
This bulletin is to provide instructions for clearing DTC 1067 FMI 7 (Pressure Sensor Not Calibrated) and FMI 11 (Primary and Secondary Circuit Pressure Sensor (PS1/PS2) Plausibility Error - BS Pressure), when required to prevent the loss of Adaptive Cruise Control functionality and the illuminatio
11032280
Date: 2026-05-06. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
This TSIB provides information to provide a software update. Some coaches using MCC HVAC Eco-Tempo ECU # 07-10-009 software T35-1581 / V1.04 may be experiencing random fault codes due to MCC software errors.
11029031
Date: 2026-02-09. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: STEERING, SUSPENSION.
This TSIB is to inform customers the recommended steering axle cleaning/greasing instructions to prevent damage on axle components due to displacement of grease from the bearings, lubrication reduction and accelerate wear for coaches with independent front suspension.
11012982
Date: 2025-01-21. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE.
Instructions for relocating the idler pulley and adding a longer belt to improve reliability.
11013616
Date: 2025-01-09. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Instructions outlining the steps to replace the existing harness with mini fuses to a more robust design and heavier duty fuses.
11011092
Date: 2024-11-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ENGINE, UNKNOWN OR OTHER.
Information to owners showing the proper procedure for checking the oil level in a BITZER HVAC compressor.
11008602
Date: 2024-09-04. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Service Bulletin issued to relocate the alternator belt idler pulley and change the belt layout for improved performance.
10248311
Date: 2023-12-08. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Instruction to Service ITS60877 provides instructions to relocate an impact sensor in baggage bay to reduce nuisance activations.
10240348
Date: 2023-07-18. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, STRUCTURE.
Instructions to improve sealing in the front junction box.
10228859
Date: 2022-12-05. Type: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions. Systems: SUSPENSION.
Instructions to check and replace, as needed, certain tag-axle air spring brackets that may have had an incorrect bracket installed. The incorrect bracket could reduce the life of the shock absorbers.