NHTSA recall campaign
19V062000
ManufacturerProterra Inc.Reported2019-01-30Affected310 vehicles
What was wrong
Defect
Proterra Inc., (Proterra) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 and 35 transit buses. The affected vehicles are equipped with a four point height control system that may cause a load imbalance, overloading the front tires.
Risk
An overloaded front tire may fail unexpectedly, increasing the risk of crash.
Manufacturer remedy
Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will convert the current four point ride height system into a three point system to prevent the front tires from being overloaded, free of charge. The recall began March 26, 2019. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.
To check whether your specific VIN is covered and to find a participating dealer, look this campaign up on NHTSA.gov →