Proterra Operating Company, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #19V062000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V062000 by Proterra Operating Company, Inc.. Affecting 2015-2018 catalyst 40 and 35 transit buses Includes 310 affected units, Ride Height System may Overload Front Tires, component: SUSPENSION, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2015-2018 catalyst 40 and 35 transit buses

Defect Summary

Proterra inc., (proterra) is recalling certain 2015-2018 catalyst 40 and 35 transit buses. the affected vehicles are equipped with a four point height control system that may cause a load imbalance, overloading the front tires.

Corrective Action

Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will convert the current four point ride height system into a three point system to prevent the front tires from being overloaded, free of charge. the recall began march 26, 2019. owners may contact proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V062000

Manufacturer: Proterra Operating Company, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2019-01-30T00:00:00

Subject: Ride height system may overload front tires

Component: Suspension

Potentially Affected Units: 310

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Proterra inc., (proterra) is recalling certain 2015-2018 catalyst 40 and 35 transit buses. the affected vehicles are equipped with a four point height control system that may cause a load imbalance, overloading the front tires.

Consequence Summary: An overloaded front tire may fail unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crash.

Corrective Action: Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will convert the current four point ride height system into a three point system to prevent the front tires from being overloaded, free of charge. the recall began march 26, 2019. 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

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NHTSA ID: 19V062000

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