The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·19V034000·Announced 2019-01-16

Proterra Recalls 2015-2018 Catalyst Buses Due to Incorrect Certification Labels

Proterra is recalling 2015-2018 Catalyst buses because certification labels may list incorrect axle weights or tire pressures, potentially leading to underinflation and tire failure.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product (tire failure leading to crash) where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria.

Plain-English summary

Proterra Inc. is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 and Catalyst 35 buses. The recall involves 184 vehicles where the certification label may list an incorrect gross front axle weight rating and/or incorrect tire pressures. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."

If the tire pressure is understated on the label, an underinflated tire may result in an increased risk of tire failure, which increases the risk of a crash.

Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will replace the certification labels with correct information for all affected customers, free of charge. The recall began on March 12, 2019. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
PROTERRA CATALYST
Brand
PROTERRA
Manufacturer
Proterra Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Bus
Hazard
Affected units
184

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • CATALYST

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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