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NHTSARecalled Feb 13, 2023 · #23V078000

Windshield Wiper Motor May Fail

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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." Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain driving conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Windshield Wiper Motor May Fail
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Proterra Operating Company, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

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.

View the official CPSC notice