Defect Description For Recall
Proterra Inc. (Proterra) Is Recalling Certain 2018-2020 35 Foot And 40 Foot Catalyst Buses. Lack Of Plexus Adhesive Between The Torque Plate And The Vehicle Chassis May Cause The Bolts Securing The Steering Gear Box To Loosen.
Make Of Vehicle
PROTERRA
Model Of Vehicle
CATALYST
Year
2018
Recall Campaign Number
20V664000
Component Description
Steering:Gear Box (Other Than Rack And Pinion)
Effect Of Defect
An Unsecured Steering Gear Box Could Cause The Driver To Lose The Ability To Steer The Vehicle, Increasing The Risk Of Crash Or Injury.
Fix Defect
Proterra Will Notify Owners, And Dealers Will Inspect The Steering Gear Mounting Bolts And The Plexus Adhesive Layer Between The Torque Plate And The Chassis. If The Plexus Adhesive Layer Is Missing Or Insufficient, The Components Will Be Repaired, Free Of Charge. The Recall Began December 10, 2020. Owners May Contact Proterra Customer Service At 1-864-438-0000. Proterra’S Number For This Recall Is Sc-20-154.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Proterra Inc.
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
169
Date Owners Notified
20201210
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Proterra, Inc.
Date Report Received
20201028
Make Campaign Number
SC-20-154