HV Battery Shutdown Can Cause Loss of Drive Power
Recall Information
| Manufacturer | Motiv Power Systems |
|---|---|
| NHTSA ID | 24V602000 |
| Report Received Date | 8/12/2024 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM |
| Vehicles Affected | 28 |
| Completion Rate | 100% |
| Recall Category | Vehicle |
| Software Recall | Yes |
| OTA Update | Yes |
Description
Motiv Power Systems, Inc. (Motiv) is recalling certain 2021-2023 F-450 and 2020 F-59 school buses equipped with a Motiv Gen 5 EPIC powertrain. The vehicle control software could misclassify a loss of isolation between the chassis and high voltage system, shutting down the high voltage (HV) batteries.
Issue
The shutdown of the HV batteries can cause a loss of steering and brake power assist, and drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Consequence Summary
The shutdown of the HV batteries can cause a loss of steering and brake power assist, and drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Motiv will release an over-the-air (OTA) software update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 5, 2024. Owners may contact Motiv customer service at 1-650-458-4804.
