Proterra Operating Company, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #18V750000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V750000 by Proterra Operating Company, Inc.. Affecting 2016-2017 proterra catalyst 40 transit buses equipped with axles with radial air disk brakes Includes 62 affected units, Brake Support Bolt may Break, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2016-2017 proterra catalyst 40 transit buses equipped with axles with radial air disk brakes

Defect Summary

Proterra is recalling certain 2016-2017 proterra catalyst 40 transit buses equipped with axles with radial air disk brakes. surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break.

Corrective Action

Proterra will notify owners and have them replace the calipers on the affected axles, free of charge. Owners may contact proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V750000
Manufacturer: Proterra Operating Company, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2018-10-23T00:00:00
Subject: Brake support bolt may break
Component: Service Brakes, Air
Potentially Affected Units: 62

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Proterra is recalling certain 2016-2017 proterra catalyst 40 transit buses equipped with axles with radial air disk brakes. surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break.
Consequence Summary: Breakage of the guide pin can cause loss of braking ability or loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Proterra will notify owners and have them replace the calipers on the affected axles, free of charge. Owners may contact proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 100

Metadata

SID: row-kra2~7bym_4sbp
NHTSA ID: 18V750000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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