Motiv Recalls 2021-2024 F-59 BEV Chassis Due to Battery Seal Defect
Motiv Power Systems is recalling 2021-2024 F-59 BEV chassis vehicles because improperly sealed high-voltage battery packs may allow liquid entry, increasing the risk of fire or shock.
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 (battery seal) that creates a risk of fire or shock, which aligns with the rubric criteria for a Severe (4) rating.
Plain-English summary
Motiv Power Systems, Inc. is recalling certain 2021-2024 F-59 vehicles equipped with a Motiv Gen 6 EPIC powertrain. The recall addresses a defect where the high-voltage battery pack may be improperly sealed, allowing liquid to enter the battery.
Liquid intrusion into the battery pack can cause a loss of electrical isolation or a short circuit. This condition increases the risk of a fire or shock hazard.
Motiv worked with Our Next Energy to inspect and repair the battery packs as necessary, free of charge. The source text states that all affected vehicles were repaired by November 2024. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804 for further information.
The recalled product
- Product
- MOTIV F-59 BEV CHASSIS
- Brand
- MOTIV
- Manufacturer
- Motiv Power Systems
- Category
- Vehicle — Electric Bus Chassis
- Hazard
- 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)
- F-59 BEV CHASSIS
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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