Known Recalls

Recall campaign · NHTSA 19V283000

Service brakes

Proterra Inc. filed this campaign with NHTSA on 2019-04-09.

Recall campaignNHTSA 19V283000

Service brakes

Component
Service brakes
Manufacturer
Proterra Inc.
Vehicles affected
39
Reported to NHTSA
2019-04-09
Owners notified
2019-06-04

Defect description

Proterra, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 buses equipped with an optional tow fitting and airline that allows a tow truck to operate the rear brakes on the vehicle. The mesh cap covering the airline for the tow fitting can be clogged with road debris in inclement weather, possibly resulting in a build up of air pressure in the rear brake system.

Safety risk

A build up of air pressure can cause the brakes to drag and possibly overheat, increasing the risk of fire.

Manufacturer remedy

Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will install an additional shield to the tow fitting that protects the mesh cap, free of charge. The recall began June 4, 2019. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Scope of coverage

4 model years across 1 models.

ModelYears on record
PROTERRA Catalyst2018 2017 2016 2015

Safety recall repairs are provided free of charge by franchised dealers, regardless of vehicle age or mileage. This page displays aggregated data for the model year. To check recall status for a specific vehicle, search its VIN at nhtsa.gov.