Proterra Catalyst recalled over injury risk

Recall date

October 23, 2018

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Phoenix Motorcars recalls 2016–2017 Proterra Catalyst

Recall number

18V750000

Brand / firm

Proterra

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 62 units

Why it was recalled

Breakage of the guide pin can cause loss of braking ability or loss of tire pressure, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Proterra is recalling certain 2016-2017 Proterra Catalyst 40 transit buses equipped with axles with radial air disk brakes. Surface roughness of a guide pin in the radial brake calipers may cause the brake carriage guide pin support bolt to break.

What to do

Proterra will notify owners and have them replace the calipers on the affected axles, free of charge. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.