2021–2024 Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus: Electrical System recall
NHTSA campaign 24V781000 · 25 units potentially affected · filed Oct 18, 2024
What's wrong
Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2021-2024 E-450 school buses equipped with a Motiv Gen 4 EPIC powertrain. A wire connection point could loosen, causing a loss of 12-volt control power to the high voltage (HV) batteries.
Why it matters
Interruption of the 12-volt control power can cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix
Motiv field support technicians will inspect and replace the 12-volt control cable as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 23, 2024. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804.
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 nhtsa.gov.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 24V781000
- Manufacturer no.
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- Manufacturer
- Motiv Power Systems
- Component
- ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM: CABLES
- Units affected
- 25
- Report received
- Oct 18, 2024
- Owner letters
- Dec 23, 2024
- 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
- Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024