MOTIV F-53 SCHOOL BUS 2021: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:THROTTLE:THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS)
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 25V138000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| MOTIV | F-53 SCHOOL BUS | 2021 |
| Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database | |
| 2025-03-03 | 2025-03-04 |
Manufacturers Involved: Motiv Power Systems
Component: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:THROTTLE:THROTTLE POSITION SENSOR (TPS)
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 40
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Motiv Power Systems, Inc. "Motiv" is recalling certain 2017-2020 E-450 and F-59 school buses with Gen 4 EPIC powertrain, and 2020-2023 E-450, F-59, and F-53 school buses with a Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. A throttle position sensor "TPS" power wire connector pin may loosen, causing a loss of signal to the powertrain control module and a loss of drive power.
Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Motiv field support technicians will inspect and repair, or replace the PCM connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed May 1, 2025. 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 1-888-275-9171', or go to www.safercar.gov.
