Proterra Recall 19V061000: Service Brakes, Air, Supply, Reservoir/tank

NHTSA recall 19V061000 · announced January 29, 2019 · filed by Proterra Inc. · 55 units affected

The problem

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."

The risk

Built-up of moisture in the air brake system may lead to brake failure, increasing the risk of crash.

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.

Official NHTSA recall notice →

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.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2016 Proterra Catalyst
• 2017 Proterra Catalyst
• 2018 Proterra Catalyst

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration public recall data. This page reports official records and is not legal, medical, or repair advice.