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NHTSARecalled Oct 17, 2023 · #23V697000

Inverter May Fail Causing Loss of Power

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

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.

Product details

Product
Inverter May Fail Causing Loss of Power
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Proterra Operating Company, Inc.
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Dealers will replace the inverter, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 16, 2023. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.

View the official CPSC notice