Seat belt elr/alr functional issue/fmvss 208; 209
Defect Summary
Motor coach industries (mci) is recalling certain 2019 d45crt-le coaches. the seat belt retractors installed in the last row of the passenger seats may not function properly, preventing them from being used. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, "occupant crash protection" and 209, "seat belt assemblies."
Safety Consequence
The inability to use the seat belts could increase the risk of injury in the event of a collision.
Corrective Action
Mci will notify owners, and the seat belt manufacturer will modify the seat belt installation for the last row of seats, free of charge. The recall began november 6, 2020. owners may contact mci customer service at 1-800-241-2947. mci's number for this recall is sb 490.
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Other recalls from Motor Coach Industries, Inc or involving N/A.
FAQ: Recall 20V578000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 20V578000?
NHTSA recall 20V578000 was issued by Motor Coach Industries, Inc on September 23, 2020. It addresses: Seat belt elr/alr functional issue/fmvss 208; 209. The recall affects approximately 56 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Motor Coach Industries, Inc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 20V578000 or the manufacturer campaign number SB 490. 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.