Proterra Recalls 2015-2018 Catalyst Buses for Air Brake Moisture Risk
Proterra is recalling 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 transit buses because missing air brake components may allow moisture buildup, potentially leading to brake failure.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that may lead to brake failure and increased crash risk, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Proterra Inc. is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 transit buses. The affected vehicles lack a Graham White air brake supply reservoir, which may result in long-term moisture buildup in the air brake system. This condition causes the vehicles to fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems."
The buildup of moisture in the air brake system may lead to brake failure, increasing the risk of a crash. Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will install a supply reservoir with a drain between the air dryer and the air supply manifold free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 28, 2019.
Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
The recalled product
- Product
- PROTERRA CATALYST
- Brand
- PROTERRA
- Manufacturer
- Proterra Inc.
- Category
- Vehicle — Transit Bus
- Affected units
- 55
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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