Proterra 2019–2022 Parking Brake recall
Recalled November 18, 2022 · NHTSA recall 22V855000 · Proterra
Hazard
Unintentional engagement of the parking brake increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Proterra will install a redesigned air circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 21, 2022. Owners may contact Proterra's customer service at 1-864-438-0000.
Units
386 units
Description
Proterra Operating Company, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Catalyst and 2019-2022 ZX5 transit buses. Back pressure in the shared air exhaust for the pneumatic ride height system and parking brake control valve may engage the parking brake while the vehicle is in motion.
What to do
Proterra will install a redesigned air circuit, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 21, 2022. Owners may contact Proterra's customer service at 1-864-438-0000.
Product
Proterra CATALYST · Proterra ZX5
Manufacturer(s)
Phoenix Motorcars
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration. Official recall notice on nhtsa.gov →