Recall
Proterra Catalyst — 23V078000
NHTSA ID
23V078000
Make
Proterra
Model
Catalyst
Years Affected
2020
Recall Date
2023-02-13
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Units Affected
252
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Proterra Operating Company, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2020-2022 35" Catalyst, 35" ZX5, and 40" ZX5 vehicles. The windshield wiper motors may operate intermittently or may fail to operate. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
Consequence
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the wiper motors, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 3, 2023. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.