Mci/engine compartment fires
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: buses equipped with 4-stroke cycle engines. engine compartment fires have occurred at or near the webasto diesel fueled auxiliary heater.
Safety Consequence
Personal injury and property damage can occur due to an engine compartment fire.
Corrective Action
Mci is asking coach operators to disable the webasto heater by disconnecting the appropriate fuses.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Motor Coach Industries, Inc or involving Equipment.
FAQ: Recall 97V053000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 97V053000?
NHTSA recall 97V053000 was issued by Motor Coach Industries, Inc on April 3, 1997. It addresses: Mci/engine compartment fires. The recall affects approximately 3,300 vehicles, with the defect involving the Equipment component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Motor Coach Industries, Inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 97V053000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.