2017 Proterra Catalyst | 2018 Proterra Catalyst | 2016 Proterra Catalyst — Service brakes, air: supply: reservoir/tank
Published January 31, 2019 · Recall initiated: January 29, 2019
Summary
NHTSA records recall 19V061000, published January 31, 2019 and initiated January 29, 2019. Recalling firm: Phoenix Motorcars; 2017 Proterra Catalyst | 2018 Proterra Catalyst | 2016 Proterra Catalyst — Service brakes, air: supply: reservoir/tank.
What's the hazard
Proterra Inc., (Proterra) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 transit buses. The affected vehicles lack a Graham White air brake supply reservoir, possibly resulting in long term moisture build up in the air brake system. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems.
What to do
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.
Get an email if PROTERRA has another recall
Free. We only write when there's a new recall that matches. Unsubscribe in one click.
Recall details
- Brand
- PROTERRA
- Model
- CATALYST
- Manufacturer
- Phoenix Motorcars
- Lot
- 2017 PROTERRA CATALYST | 2018 PROTERRA CATALYST | 2016 PROTERRA CATALYST
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
Related recalls
- NHTSA2021 Proterra Catalyst — Electrical systemSeptember 6, 2024
- NHTSA2020 Proterra Catalyst | 2019 Proterra Catalyst | 2020 Proterra Zx5 | 2021 Proterra Zx5 | 2021 ProterraOctober 18, 2023
- NHTSA2020 Proterra Catalyst | 2020 Proterra Zx5 | 2021 Proterra Zx5 | 2021 Proterra Catalyst | 2022 Proterra Zx5 |February 14, 2023
- NHTSA2018 Proterra Catalyst | 2019 Proterra Catalyst — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction batteryDecember 1, 2022
- NHTSA2018 Acura Mdx | 2015 Honda Accord | 2017 Honda Accord | 2017 Acura Mdx | 2015 Acura Tlx | 2016 Acura Mdx |January 31, 2019
- NHTSA2017 Proterra Catalyst | 2018 Proterra Catalyst | 2016 Proterra Catalyst | 2015 Proterra Catalyst — TiresJanuary 31, 2019
Questions about this recall
Was 2017 Proterra Catalyst | 2018 Proterra Catalyst | 2016 Proterra Catalyst — Service brakes, air: supply: reservoir/tank recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 19V061000 on January 31, 2019. Reported hazard: Proterra Inc., (Proterra) is recalling certain 2015-2018 Catalyst 40 transit buses. The affected vehicles lack a Graham White air brake supply reservoir, possibly resulting in long term moisture build up in the air brake system. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 121, "Air Brake Systems.
What should I do if I have this product?
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.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: PROTERRA. Model: CATALYST.