Defect Description For Recall
Proterra, Inc. (Proterra) Is Recalling Certain 2017-2018 Catalyst Buses. The Vehicles Are Equipped With Swivel Valves That May Insufficiently Protect The Air Brake System From An Air Leak Between The Service Reservoir And The Source Of Air Pressure. As Such, These Vehicles Fail To Comply With The Requirements Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (Fmvss) Number 121, “Air Brake Systems.”
Make Of Vehicle
PROTERRA
Model Of Vehicle
CATALYST
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
19V402000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Air:Supply:Check Valve
Effect Of Defect
If The Swivel Valves Are Unable To Protect The Air Brake System Against Loss Of Air Pressure, This May Lead To Service Brake Failure And The Possibility For The Uncontrolled Application Of The Safety Brake. Either Condition Increases The Risk Of Crash.
Fix Defect
Proterra Will Notify Owners, And Will Replace The Swivel Valve With A Check Valve That Is Sufficient To Protect The Air Brake System, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began July 26, 2019. Owners May Contact Proterra Customer Service At 1-864-438-0000.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Proterra Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
20170501
End Of Manufacture
20190228
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
147
Date Owners Notified
20190726
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Proterra, Inc.
Date Report Received
20190530
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
121