2022 Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus | 2021 Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus | 2023 Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction motor: controller
Published August 13, 2024 · Recall initiated: August 12, 2024
Summary
NHTSA records recall 24V603000, published August 13, 2024 and initiated August 12, 2024. Recalling firm: Motiv Power Systems; 2022 Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus | 2021 Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus | 2023 Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction motor: controller.
What's the hazard
Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2021-2023 E-450 school buses equipped with a Motiv Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. The Controller Area Network (CAN) signal wires could contact the frame rail and become damaged, causing a loss of drive power.
What to do
Motiv field support technicians will inspect and repair any loose wiring and replace damaged CAN wiring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2024. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804.
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Recall details
- Brand
- MOTIV
- Model
- E-450 BEV CHASSIS SCHOOL BUS
- Manufacturer
- Motiv Power Systems
- Lot
- 2022 MOTIV E-450 BEV CHASSIS SCHOOL BUS | 2021 MOTIV E-450 BEV CHASSIS SCHOOL BUS | 2023 MOTIV E-450 BEV CHASSIS SCHOOL BUS
- Risk classification
- V
- Country
- US
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Questions about this recall
Was 2022 Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus | 2021 Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus | 2023 Motiv E-450 Bev Chassis School Bus — Electrical system: propulsion system: traction motor: controller recalled?
Yes. NHTSA published recall 24V603000 on August 13, 2024. Reported hazard: Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2021-2023 E-450 school buses equipped with a Motiv Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. The Controller Area Network (CAN) signal wires could contact the frame rail and become damaged, causing a loss of drive power.
What should I do if I have this product?
Motiv field support technicians will inspect and repair any loose wiring and replace damaged CAN wiring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2024. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804.
How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?
Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: MOTIV. Model: E-450 BEV CHASSIS SCHOOL BUS.