Proterra recall: Electrical system
What is wrong
Proterra Operation Company, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain High Voltage Junction Box (HVJB) DC Links, with part number 051071. A high voltage battery cable may not be properly connected, which can cause a loss of electrical power or a ground short circuit.
What could happen
An unexpected engine shutdown can increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a disabled school bus may require an evacuation procedure in an uncontrolled traffic situation, increasing the risk of injury to passengers. A ground short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix
Proterra will inspect and repair, or replace the battery cable, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 12, 2022. Owners may contact Proterra's customer service at 1-864-438-0000. Proterra's number for this recall is SC-22-025.
Vehicles covered
- Proterra Hvjb Dc Link
Facts
- NHTSA recall number
- 22E052000
- Type
- Equipment
- Filed by
- Proterra Operating Company, Inc.
- Reported to NHTSA
- Jun 21, 2022
- Owners notified
- Sep 12, 2022
- Vehicles or items affected
- 185
- Started by
- The manufacturer
- Built
- –
- Part
- Electrical system › Propulsion system › Cables
- Maker's own recall number
- SC-22-025
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
To check one car, enter its 17-character VIN on the official NHTSA page: a recall may cover only some vehicles of a model year.
Recall data: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Nebula is not affiliated with or endorsed by NHTSA.