PROTERRA ZX5 2020: STRUCTURE:BODY

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 21V040000

Make Model Year
PROTERRA ZX5 2020
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2021-02-09 2021-02-01 2021-02-02

Manufacturers Involved: Phoenix Motorcars

Manufacturer Campaign Number: SC-21-13

Component: STRUCTURE:BODY

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 21

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Proterra, Inc. "Proterra" is recalling certain 2020-2021 40' ZX5 vehicles. These vehicles have a front fender flare which may cause mud, dirt, debris, rain and snow to splash onto the driver's side window and mirror.

Consequence

Driver visibility may become impeded, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will install a retrofit fender flare, free of charge. The recall began February 9, 2021. Owners may contact Proterra customer service 1-864-438-0000. Proterra's number for this recall is SC-21-13.

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.