2018 Proterra Catalyst | 2019 Proterra Catalyst | 2020 Proterra Catalyst — Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion)
Published October 29, 2020 · Recall initiated: October 28, 2020
Summary
NHTSA records recall 20V664000, published October 29, 2020 and initiated October 28, 2020. Recalling firm: Phoenix Motorcars; 2018 Proterra Catalyst | 2019 Proterra Catalyst | 2020 Proterra Catalyst — Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion).
What's the hazard
Proterra Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2018-2020 35 foot and 40 foot Catalyst buses. Lack of plexus adhesive between the torque plate and the vehicle chassis may cause the bolts securing the steering gear box to loosen.
What to do
Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear mounting bolts and the plexus adhesive layer between the torque plate and the chassis. If the plexus adhesive layer is missing or insufficient, the components will be repaired, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000. Proterra's number for this recall is SC-20-154.
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Recall details
- Brand
- PROTERRA
- Model
- CATALYST
- Manufacturer
- Phoenix Motorcars
- Lot
- 2018 PROTERRA CATALYST | 2019 PROTERRA CATALYST | 2020 PROTERRA CATALYST
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2018 Proterra Catalyst | 2019 Proterra Catalyst | 2020 Proterra Catalyst — Steering: gear box (other than rack and pinion) recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 20V664000 on October 29, 2020. Reported hazard: Proterra Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2018-2020 35 foot and 40 foot Catalyst buses. Lack of plexus adhesive between the torque plate and the vehicle chassis may cause the bolts securing the steering gear box to loosen.
What should I do if I have this product?
Proterra will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the steering gear mounting bolts and the plexus adhesive layer between the torque plate and the chassis. If the plexus adhesive layer is missing or insufficient, the components will be repaired, free of charge. The recall began December 10, 2020. Owners may contact Proterra customer service at 1-864-438-0000. Proterra's number for this recall is SC-20-154.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: PROTERRA. Model: CATALYST.