2015–2018 Proterra Catalyst recall: brakes
⚠️ What's wrong
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.
💥 The risk
A build up of air pressure can cause the brakes to drag and possibly overheat, increasing the risk of fire.
🔧 The fix
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.
Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
- NHTSA campaign
- 19V283000
- Manufacturer
- Proterra Inc.
- Vehicles affected
- 39
- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES
- Owner phone
- 1-864-438-0000
- NHTSA hotline
- 1-888-327-4236
- Owner letters mailed
- Jun 4, 2019
- Built
- Jan 1, 2015 – Dec 31, 2018
- Recall started by
- MFR
- 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.