PROTERRA HVJB DC LINK 9999: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 22E052000

Make Model Year
PROTERRA HVJB DC LINK NO YEAR
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2022-09-12 2022-06-21 2022-06-22

Manufacturers Involved: Proterra Operating Company, Inc.

Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC-22-025

Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 185

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Proterra Operation Company, Inc. "Proterra" is recalling certain High Voltage Junction Box "HVJB" DC Links, with part number 051071. A high voltage battery cable may not be properly connected, which can cause a loss of electrical power or a ground short circuit.

Consequence

An unexpected engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers. A ground short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Proterra will inspect and repair, or replace the battery cable, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2022. Owners may contact Proterra's customer service at 1-864-438-0000. Proterra's number for this recall is SC-22-025.

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.