2017–2019 Proterra Catalyst: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 22V887000 · 300 units potentially affected · filed Nov 30, 2022
What's wrong
Proterra Operation Company, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Catalyst transit buses. One or more battery packs may allow liquid to leak into and accumulate in the battery pack enclosure.
Why it matters
The accumulation of liquid inside the battery pack enclosure increases the risk of a fire.
The fix
Proterra will update software, inspect, and replace the battery pack, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 6, 2023. Owners may contact Proterra's customer service at 1-864-438-0000.
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 22V887000
- Manufacturer no.
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- Manufacturer
- Proterra Operating Company, Inc.
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- Units affected
- 300
- Report received
- Nov 30, 2022
- Owner letters
- Nov 6, 2023
- Type
- Vehicle
Check whether your vehicle is included with the official NHTSA VIN lookup or your dealer. Repairs for safety recalls are free.
Vehicles covered
- Proterra Catalyst 2017, 2018, 2019