PROTERRA ZX5 2021: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 23V697000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| PROTERRA | ZX5 | 2021 |
| Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database | |
| 2023-10-17 | 2023-10-18 |
Manufacturers Involved: Proterra Operating Company, Inc.
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 238
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
Proterra Operating Company, Inc. "Proterra" is recalling certain 2019-2022 40' and 35' Catalyst 800V transit buses equipped with ProDrive 1.0, and 40' and 35' ZX5 800V transit buses equipped with ProDrive 1.0. A transistor inside the inverter may overheat and fail, which can result in a loss of power steering and drive power.
A loss of power steering and/or drive power increases the risk of a crash.
The remedy is currently under development. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed November 14, 2023. A second notice will be sent once the remedy becomes available. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.
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.
