Motiv Recall 24V603000: Electrical System, Propulsion System, Traction Motor, Controller

NHTSA recall 24V603000 · announced August 12, 2024 · filed by Motiv Power Systems · 6 units affected

The problem

Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2021-2023 E-450 school buses equipped with a Motiv Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. The Controller Area Network (CAN) signal wires could contact the frame rail and become damaged, causing a loss of drive power.

The risk

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

What to do

Motiv field support technicians will inspect and repair any loose wiring and replace damaged CAN wiring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2024. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804.

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.nhtsa.gov.

Vehicles covered by this recall

• 2021 Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus
• 2022 Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus
• 2023 Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus

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