MCI 2000 MCI 102EL3 Recall
Check Your Product
According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
2000 MCI 102EL3
Brand
MCI
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
Products Sold
Model Year 2000
Motor Coach Industries is recalling certain 2000 MCI 102EL3 vehicles due to electrical system issues. Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
Motor Coach Industries (MCI) is recalling certain model year 2000-2012 D, E, G and J series coaches manufactured January 2000 through June 2011 and equipped with Sure Power battery equalizers containing a particular epoxy sealing, aka 'potting', compound. The specific potting compound used in the subject products for insulation was found to be capable of conducting electricity after being exposed to heat.
Reported concern (NHTSA)
Once electrically conductive, the material is capable of melting and burning, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
MCI will notify owners, and Sure Power will replace the equalizers, free of charge. Owners may contact MCI at 1-847-285-2000. This campaign is MCI service bulletin 401.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026