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Proterra 2016–2018 Service Brakes, Air recall

Recalled January 29, 2019 · NHTSA recall 19V061000 · Proterra

Hazard
Built-up of moisture in the air brake system may lead to brake failure, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will install a supply reservoir with a drain between the air dryer and the air supply manifold, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 28, 2019. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.
Units
55 units

Description

Proterra Inc., (Proterra) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 transit buses. The affected vehicles lack a Graham White air brake supply reservoir, possibly resulting in long term moisture build up in the air brake system. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."

What to do

Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will install a supply reservoir with a drain between the air dryer and the air supply manifold, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 28, 2019. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.

Product
Proterra CATALYST
Manufacturer(s)
Phoenix Motorcars

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov

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