Proterra Operating Company, Inc. | NHTSA Recall #20V664000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V664000 by Proterra Operating Company, Inc.. Affecting 2018-2020 35 foot and 40 foot catalyst buses Includes 5 affected units, Bolts Holding Steering Gear Box May Loosen, component: STEERING, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2018-2020 35 foot and 40 foot catalyst buses

Defect Summary

Proterra inc. (proterra) is recalling certain 2018-2020 35 foot and 40 foot catalyst buses. lack of plexus adhesive between the torque plate and the vehicle chassis may cause the bolts securing the steering gear box to loosen.

Corrective Action

Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear mounting bolts and the plexus adhesive layer between the torque plate and the chassis. if the plexus adhesive layer is missing or insufficient, the components will be repaired, free of charge. the recall began december 10, 2020. owners may contact proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000. proterra's number for this recall is sc-20-154.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V664000
Manufacturer: Proterra Operating Company, Inc.
Report Received Date: 2020-10-28T00:00:00
Subject: Bolts holding steering gear box may loosen
Component: Steering
Potentially Affected Units: 5

Details

MFR Campaign Number: SC-20-154
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Proterra inc. (proterra) is recalling certain 2018-2020 35 foot and 40 foot catalyst buses. lack of plexus adhesive between the torque plate and the vehicle chassis may cause the bolts securing the steering gear box to loosen.
Consequence Summary: An unsecured steering gear box could cause the driver to lose the ability to steer the vehicle, increasing the risk of crash or injury.
Corrective Action: Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear mounting bolts and the plexus adhesive layer between the torque plate and the chassis. if the plexus adhesive layer is missing or insufficient, the components will be repaired, free of charge. the recall began december 10, 2020. owners may contact proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000. proterra's number for this recall is sc-20-154.

Safety Information

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

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NHTSA ID: 20V664000
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