Proterra 2019 Electrical System recall
Recalled December 9, 2019 · NHTSA recall 19V871000 · Proterra
Hazard
If the vehicle does warn the driver that the brake interlock is engaged, the rear brakes may overheat, increasing the risk of a fire or crash.
Remedy
Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will update the body controller software, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2020. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.
Units
140 units
Description
Proterra, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2019 Catalyst buses. A body controller software update may have disabled the audible and visible warnings that notifies the operator that the brake interlock could be engaged.
What to do
Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will update the body controller software, free of charge. The recall began January 16, 2020. 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 →