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NHTSARecalled Mar 3, 2025 · #25V138000

Loss of Drive Power

Hazard

Vehicle safety defect

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Description

Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2017-2020 E-450 and F-59 school buses with Gen 4 EPIC powertrain, and 2020-2023 E-450, F-59, and F-53 school buses with a Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. A throttle position sensor (TPS) power wire connector pin may loosen, causing a loss of signal to the powertrain control module and a loss of drive power. Loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Product details

Product
Loss of Drive Power
Type
Vehicle
Manufacturer
Motiv Power Systems
Model numbers
UPCs

What you should do

Motiv field support technicians will inspect and repair, or replace the PCM connector, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 23, 2025. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804.

View the official CPSC notice