Proterra recalls
19 NHTSA vehicle recalls since 2010 across 2 models.
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Latest Proterra recalls
24V655000 · Phoenix Motorcars2019–2022 Proterra Catalyst, Proterra ZX5The vehicle controller software may allow the electrical circuit for the radiator fan to overheat.ElectricalFree software update483unitsSep 202423V697000 · Proterra Operating Company, Inc.2019–2022 Proterra Catalyst, Proterra ZX5A transistor inside the inverter may overheat and fail, which can result in a loss of power steering and drive power.ElectricalFree replacement238unitsOct 2023
23V078000 · Proterra Operating Company, Inc.2020–2022 Proterra Catalyst, Proterra ZX5The windshield wiper motors may operate intermittently or may fail to operate.Camera, lights & visibilityFree replacement252unitsFeb 202322V887000 · Proterra Operating Company, Inc.2017–2019 Proterra CatalystOne or more battery packs may allow liquid to leak into and accumulate in the battery pack enclosure.ElectricalFree software update300unitsNov 2022
22V855000 · Proterra Operating Company, Inc.2019–2022 Proterra Catalyst, Proterra ZX5Back pressure in the shared air exhaust for the pneumatic ride height system and parking brake control valve may engage the…Brakes & stabilityFree repair386unitsNov 202222V829000 · Proterra Operating Company, Inc.2022 Proterra ZX5The interlock override switch was not installed during production.ElectricalFree repair3unitsNov 2022
22V114000 · Proterra, Inc.2015–2022 Proterra Catalyst, Proterra ZX5The plexus adhesive between the torque limiter plate and the bus body may be insufficient, causing the bolts that secure the…Steering & suspensionFree repair724unitsFeb 202221V268000 · Proterra, Inc.2019–2020 Proterra CatalystA software defect in the body controller that operates the door motor may allow the rear door to open unexpectedly.ElectricalFree software update12unitsApr 2021
21V040000 · Proterra, Inc.2020–2021 Proterra ZX5These vehicles have a front fender flare which may cause mud, dirt, debris, rain and snow to splash onto the driver's side window…Body & latchesFree repair21unitsFeb 202120V664000 · Proterra Inc.2018–2020 Proterra CatalystLack of plexus adhesive between the torque plate and the vehicle chassis may cause the bolts securing the steering gear box to…Steering & suspensionFree repair5unitsOct 202020V621000 · Proterra Inc.2019–2020 Proterra CatalystThe power steering hose located at the pump and reservoir may leak and sweat fluid through the hose.Steering & suspensionFree replacement8unitsOct 202019V871000 · Proterra Inc.2019 Proterra CatalystA body controller software update may have disabled the audible and visible warnings that notifies the operator that the brake…ElectricalFree software update140unitsDec 201919V460000 · Proterra Inc.2018–2019 Proterra CatalystTemperature and vibration stresses may cause the tempered glass roof hatch to shatter.Body & latchesFree replacement21unitsJun 201919V402000 · Proterra Inc.2017–2018 Proterra CatalystThe vehicles are equipped with swivel valves that may insufficiently protect the air brake system from an air leak between the…Brakes & stabilityFree replacement147unitsMay 201919V283000 · Proterra Inc.2015–2018 Proterra CatalystThe mesh cap covering the airline for the tow fitting can be clogged with road debris in inclement weather, possibly resulting in…Brakes & stabilityFree repair39unitsApr 201919V062000 · Proterra Inc.2015–2018 Proterra CatalystThe affected vehicles are equipped with a four point height control system that may cause a load imbalance, overloading the front…Steering & suspensionFree repair310unitsJan 201919V061000 · Proterra Inc.2016–2018 Proterra CatalystThe affected vehicles lack a Graham White air brake supply reservoir, possibly resulting in long term moisture build up in the…Brakes & stabilityFree repair55unitsJan 2019
19V034000 · Proterra Inc.2015–2018 Proterra CatalystThe certification label may list an incorrect gross front axle weight rating and/or incorrect tire pressures.EquipmentFree replacement184unitsJan 201918V750000 · Proterra2016–2017 Proterra CatalystSurface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break.Brakes & stabilityFree replacement62unitsOct 2018