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NHTSARecalled Oct 23, 2018 · #18V750000

Brake Support Bolt may Break

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Proterra is recalling certain 2016-2017 Proterra Catalyst 40 transit buses equipped with axles with radial air disk brakes. Surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break. Breakage of the guide pin can cause loss of braking ability or loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Brake Support Bolt may Break
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Proterra Operating Company, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Proterra will notify owners and have them replace the calipers on the affected axles, free of charge. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.

View the official CPSC notice