MOTIV EPIC4 E450 BEV SCHOOL BUS 2023: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 24V603000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MOTIV | EPIC4 E450 BEV SCHOOL BUS | 2023 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2024-09-05 | 2024-08-12 | 2024-08-13 |
Manufacturers Involved: Motiv Power Systems
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION MOTOR:CONTROLLER
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 6
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
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.
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.
