Proterra Operating Company, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #19V402000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V402000 by Proterra Operating Company, Inc.. Affecting 2017-2018 catalyst buses Includes 147 affected units, Swivel Valve may Allow Loss of Pressure/FMVSS 121, component: SERVICE BRAKES, AIR, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2017-2018 catalyst buses

Defect Summary

Proterra, inc. (proterra) is recalling certain 2017-2018 catalyst buses. The vehicles are equipped with swivel valves that may insufficiently protect the air brake system from an air leak between the service reservoir and the source of air pressure. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 121, "air brake systems."

Corrective Action

Proterra will notify owners, and will replace the swivel valve with a check valve that is sufficient to protect the air brake system, free of charge. the recall began july 26, 2019. owners may contact proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V402000

Manufacturer: Proterra Operating Company, Inc.

Report Received Date: 2019-05-30T00:00:00

Subject: Swivel valve may allow loss of pressure/fmvss 121

Component: Service Brakes, Air

Potentially Affected Units: 147

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Vehicle

Defect Summary: Proterra, inc. (proterra) is recalling certain 2017-2018 catalyst buses. The vehicles are equipped with swivel valves that may insufficiently protect the air brake system from an air leak between the service reservoir and the source of air pressure. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 121, "air brake systems."

Consequence Summary: If the swivel valves are unable to protect the air brake system against loss of air pressure, this may lead to service brake failure and the possibility for the uncontrolled application of the safety brake. either condition increases the risk of crash.

Corrective Action: Proterra will notify owners, and will replace the swivel valve with a check valve that is sufficient to protect the air brake system, free of charge. the recall began july 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: 19V402000

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