The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·22V829000·Announced 2022-11-07

Proterra Recalls 2022 ZX5 Buses Due to Missing Interlock Override Switch

Proterra is recalling 2022 ZX5 transit buses because a missing interlock override switch may prevent drivers from moving the vehicle, increasing injury risk.

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 where injury has not yet been reported, fitting the High severity criteria for potential injury during passenger transfer.

Plain-English summary

Proterra Operating Company, Inc. is recalling certain 2022 ZX5 transit buses. The recall addresses a defect where the interlock override switch was not installed during production.

Without this switch, the driver may be unable to override the interlock system and move the bus. This issue necessitates the transfer of passengers to another bus, which increases the risk of injury.

Proterra will provide installation instructions and an interlock override switch free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on January 9, 2023. 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 ZX5
Brand
PROTERRA
Manufacturer
Proterra Operating Company, Inc.
Category
Vehicle — Transit Bus
Hazard
Affected units
3

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)

  • ZX5

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

Related recalls

Same brand · PROTERRA

Same manufacturer · Proterra Operating Company, Inc.

See all →

Same hazard · injury risk

See all →