Recall
Proterra Catalyst — 19V062000
NHTSA ID
19V062000
Make
Proterra
Model
Catalyst
Years Affected
2017
Recall Date
2019-01-30
Component
TIRES
Units Affected
310
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
Summary
Proterra Inc., (Proterra) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 and 35 transit buses. The affected vehicles are equipped with a four point height control system that may cause a load imbalance, overloading the front tires.
Consequence
An overloaded front tire may fail unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crash.
Remedy
Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will convert the current four point ride height system into a three point system to prevent the front tires from being overloaded, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2019. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.