Liquid in Battery Packs May Cause Fire
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Proterra Operating Company, Inc. |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 22V887000 |
| Report Received Date | 11/30/2022 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Vehicles Affected | 300 |
| Completion Rate | 54.67% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Rework Status | Original |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | No |
Description
Proterra Operation Company, Inc. (Proterra) is recalling certain 2017-2019 Catalyst transit buses. One or more battery packs may allow liquid to leak into and accumulate in the battery pack enclosure.
Issue
The accumulation of liquid inside the battery pack enclosure increases the risk of a fire.
Consequence Summary
The accumulation of liquid inside the battery pack enclosure increases the risk of a fire.
Corrective Action
Proterra will update software, inspect, and replace the battery pack, free of charge. Owner letters were mailed November 6, 2023. Owners may contact Proterra's customer service at 1-864-438-0000.
